A Cambridgeshire dad has set himself the task of running 12 half marathons in 12 months. Tom Mayard, 39, lives in Ely with his wife, Rachael, their three-year-old son Rex, and daughter Dottie, seven, who is profoundly deaf. It is Dottie who has inspired the mammoth marathon challenge, as Tom will be raising funds for the charity Hearing Dogs for Deaf People.
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Dottie was born profoundly deaf with enlarged vestibular aqueducts and Mondini malformation. She wears cochlear implants in both ears and was fitted the first at 14 months old, in May 2019, and the second a few months later. However despite the challenges Dottie has faced, she is thriving in mainstream school where her teachers wear a mini mic that sends sound straight to her implants.
Tom says that listening still takes a lot of concentration for Dottie. He said: “It’s very tiring and she often crashes out as soon as she gets home from school. Night-time is particularly hard. When she takes her cochlear implants off, her world is completely silent and dark and that’s very isolating for her. We usually sit with her until she falls asleep.”
Tom and his wife are hoping that they can get a hearing dog for Dottie in the future. Tom said: “The way the dogs alert their partners to important and often life-saving sounds is amazing. But more than that, it’s about companionship and comfort. Just having a dog with her at nighttime would help Dottie feel safer and more secure.”
Tom began the challenge in December, and is using it as a way ot mark his 40th birthday. But he is no stranger to running, having completed several London Marathons, his first of which was in 2014.
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He said: “When I realised my 40th was coming up, I thought it would be fun to challenge myself to run a half marathon every month in the lead-up to November. But I also wanted it to mean something.”
Training started for Tom in September. His routine has consisted of a run on Tuesdays, often through Regent’s Park, near to where he works in Soho, another run on Thursday and a longer run at the weekends. Tom has already completed his first three races: ‘T’was the run before Christmas’ in Brandon near Bury St Edmunds, ‘Run for Cake’ in Peterborough and ‘Windmill Way Wander in Bury St Edmunds.
This Sunday (March 8), Tom will be taking on the Cambridge Half. Following that, he plans to take part in events in Manchester, the Goodwood Moto circuit, and Bath. He’ll also be taking on the Great North Run in Newcastle in September. His final race of the year will be in November at Alton Towers where runners can celebrate at the end with a ride or two.
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To support Tom’s challenge and raise funds for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, donations can be made via his fundraising page.
The child, his younger brother and mother, Lesly Rodriguez Gutierrez, were detained earlier this week during a routine check-in at Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Intensive Supervision Appearance Program office in San Francisco. The family were asylum seekers from Colombia, and had been living in Hayward, California, for five years.
De Bremaeker said Gutierrez, who works in childcare, had an order of removal but no criminal record and therefore had a legal right to be notified prior to deportation.
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At a news conference, the attorney said that while the mother and two boys were at the ICE center in San Francisco, a relative had gone to give the six-year-old his hearing aid, which he relies on communicate, but was turned away by officials.
Demonstrators in California protest the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration. On Tuesday, the Department of Homeland Security detained a six-year-old deaf boy in San Francisco and refused to allow a family member to give him his hearing aid before deporting him to Colombia (AFP/Getty)
“This child has been dragged from detention center to detention center, to places that are not meant for children,” Bremaeker said, according to The Los Angeles Times.
“They are definitely not built for children with severe disabilities. It’s inhuman, illegal, and unconstitutional.”
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The six-year-old boy attended California School for the Deaf at Fremont for three years, according to Tony Thurmond, California Superintendent of Public Instruction. He demanded the return of the boy to California at the news conference.
Thurmond said he was “deeply disturbed” that the boy was deported without access to his necessary medical devices. “This unnecessary cruelty must end,” he said.
“No child should be ripped from their home community and hidden in a detention center, especially not a deaf child who is being deprived of the ability to communicate and understand what is happening to him. I am calling on the federal government to return our student to his school community now.”
De Bremaeker said he had spoken Friday to Gutierrez, and that she and her children were traumatized by the ordeal.The Independent has contacted the attorney for further updates.
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In a statement to The Independent, a DHS spokesperson denied that Gutierrez had not received due process.
A man is led away by ICE agents inside a New York immigration court. A mother and her two young children, asylum seekers from Colombia were deported this week, without due process, their lawyer said (Getty)
“She received full due process and was issued a final order of removal by an immigration judge on November 25, 2024,” the statement read.
“ICE does NOT separate families. Parents are given a choice: They can be removed with their children or place them with a safe person they designate. This is consistent with past administration’s immigration enforcement. Gutierrez chose to be removed with her children, and they returned to their home on March 5.”
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The spokesperson added: “Being in detention and in the country illegally is a choice. Parents can avoid detention and receive a free flight and $2,600 with the CBP Home app. By using the CBP Home app illegal aliens reserve the chance to come back the right legal way and live the American dream.”
But Newcastle started this fifth-round tie like a side who recognised that the FA Cup was not only their best chance of winning silverware this season.
It was also their most obvious route back into Europe at a time when Howe’s team lie in 12th place in the Premier League.
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Newcastle quickly got the crowd into the game with their energy and intent.
Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford and defender Matheus Nunes uncharacteristically booted the ball out of play as the hosts pressed high.
Perhaps, most crucially, Newcastle grabbed the opening goal as Harvey Barnes fired his side in front with a fine curling effort.
It felt like a familiar script for Guardiola, who had previously seen Barnes score twice in a 2-1 win against his side at this very stadium back in November.
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“The first 15, 20 minutes always happens,” he said. “We talk about that. We could not control.”
Just as the visitors rallied, though, Newcastle dropped deeper and deeper, and could not get out of their half.
The Magpies were pinned back by City, who dominated possession and repeatedly played their way through the hosts’ midfield.
“The way they play and how good they are technically, they took a stranglehold of the ball,” Howe said.
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“When we got it back, we gave it away too easily, maybe looking too vertical and not horizontal enough at times.
“As soon as you make a technical mistake, you’re not seeing the ball for long periods and then your energy just drains away. That’s why they have been the best team for so long.”
But.Gonzalo Quesada’s side broke new ground with a superb win at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome to pile more misery on a visiting side already reeling after back-to-back defeats to Scotland and Ireland.
Two delightful tries from Tommaso Menoncello and Leonardo Marin took the hosts to a famous 23-18 win, conquering a sloppy visiting team that squandered an eight-point lead in the second half.
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A third successive loss makes the 12-match winning run that came beforehand feel even more distant for Steve Borthwick and his squad, who are left facing huge questions about their direction with their Six Nations campaign in tatters.
Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney watched from the stands at the Racecourse Ground as Wrexham gave Chelsea one almighty scare in the FA Cup fifth-round
21:59, 07 Mar 2026Updated 22:46, 07 Mar 2026
Ryan Reynolds was incredibly proud of Wrexham’s performance against Chelsea even though his side were beaten at the Racecourse Ground.
Reynolds and Rob McElhenney watched on from the stands as the Red Dragons saw their FA Cup hopes end against Liam Rosenior’s side, but only after they had given the reigning world champions one almighty scare. A fortuitous own goal allowed the Stamford Bridge club to draw level just before the break after Sam Smith had given the hosts an early lead.
An upset then looked on the cards when Callum Doyle restored Phil Parkinson’s side’s lead 12 minutes from time. However, it wasn’t to be for Reynolds’ side as Josh Acheampong levelled for a second time and Alejandro Garnacho and Joao Pedro secured Chelsea’s quarter-final spot in extra time after the hosts had George Dobson sent off.
But taking to X on Saturday night, the Wrexham co-owner wrote: “Three years ago this week, we battled Maidenhead United to a draw. Today we pushed Chelsea to extra time. So incredibly proud of Wrexham’s performance today.”
And a proud Parkinson said post-match: “The lads have been immense. Of course the dressing room is quiet, which you’d expect after a defeat, but when we wake up tomorrow the lads can be immensely proud – and the supporters will be – of the way we’ve played.
“Everybody knows that 11 v 10 in extra time, when so much energy has been used, is a difficult ask. But we said there would be a moment and there nearly was with the disallowed goal.
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“I think we deserved, at the very least, to go to penalties, but some big calls went against us.”
While Chelsea boss Rosenior admitted his side got lucky, saying: “‘That was every reason why the FA Cup is what it is
“Wrexham were magnificent in their energy and how brave they were with their press and how they played. We had to be at a high level.
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“We were pushed all the way by a very good team. We need to find a way to manage games better, but in these cup ties you can feel the emotion of the game. They’re very difficult games to play in.
“We went 1-0 down early against Aston Villa, we were 2-0 down at half-time against West Ham, we have to find a way not to be in that position, but what the players are showing me, no matter who is on the pitch, is a really good spirit and belief and a determination to win games of football.
“Now we need to keep working, we need to recover because we’ve got a big game on Wednesday and we need to start preparing for that.”
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Venus is aligned with Neptune in Saturn today, creating fruitful ground for truths to be revealed. Approach the day with patience.
Gemini, Aries and Scorpio, focus on staying grounded. Something may try to shake you, but you have the power to be still.
While you may not hear exactly what you want to today, it will almost certainly be what you need. Take deep breaths and practice gratitude for what the cosmos offers.
Ahead, you’ll find all star signs’ horoscopes for today: Sunday March 8, 2026.
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One moment you may feel head-over-heels in love with a person or idea, the next you question its longevity. It can last if you anchor the dream in reality. Today’s rare planetary alignment invites you to blend beauty with structure and love with boundaries. You are not just dreaming, you are designing. Trust your wisdom but stay grounded.
Venus aligns with Neptune and Saturn, blending mysticism with grounding influence. Your inner world is stirred, encouraging healing through beauty, reflection and spiritual structure. You may feel drawn to forgive, release or revisit a long-hidden hope. Trust the unseen but move gently Taurus. Something from your past can come up.
Dreams of collaboration and shared purpose feel inspired, yet practicality reminds you to choose quality over quantity. A creative vision or group effort can become lasting with organisation. Romance may grow through friendship or teamwork. Keep one foot on the ground, even when the story feels magical.
Career ambitions come into focus, asking for strategy as well as vision. Inspirational roles are possible, but they’ll likely require planning and follow-through. Your instincts can be strong, but structure brings the most lasting and enduring success. So look to construct a key hope rather than simply imagining it.
You seek meaning through travel, learning or soulful experiences, yet you are also asked to create something enduring from them. A spiritual or creative path may feel destined, but discipline is needed. If you are seeking any kind of advice today, but conscious of the subtleties in what you are told. They can contain a key piece of information.
Venus aligns with Neptune and Saturn, deepening your intimate world. You are exploring trust, vulnerability and shared resources. Avoid romanticising warning signs but allow love and creativity to reshape you. Release what no longer serves and nurture what is true. However, when it comes to your long-term finances, the nuances can be important.
Cosmic messages for Cosmic messages for Virgo today
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September 24 to October 23
A relationship could feel enchanted, but it asks for effort and honesty. Whether deepening commitment or reassessing connection, today’s special alignment encourages insight and emotional maturity. Romantic visions can become real with mutual investment. Boundaries are acts of love now. If you are looking to book a trip or holiday, today can be key.
You are seeking deeper meaning in work, wellness and daily routines. Creative projects or compassionate service can bring fulfilment if made sustainable. This is not about burnout but about joy through commitment. Collaboration or romance may blossom but must be grounded. Intriguingly, a work based platonic relationship can thrive.
You feel inspired to dream big in love, creativity or personal pursuits. This is a wonderful time to commit to something meaningful. Whether it is through using your array of personal talents and flair more actively, and meeting up and mixing and mingling socially, a unique skyscape can inspire some really helpful outcomes.
Home and emotional foundations take centre stage as Venus, Neptune and Saturn align. Sentiment meets structure, encouraging healing, beautifying and rebuilding. Whether renovating space or spirit, create something sacred as well as stylish. If you have felt a little inhibited the last two weeks, now you can feel more in tune with what feel at ease with.
Communication flows with compassion and charm, but discipline refines your message. Inspired ideas or meaningful conversations may surface. Edit thoughtfully and let words become both art and blueprint. Speak from the soul, but polish the delivery. And today is also going to see your happy knack for sharing ideas that people warm to, amplified.
Money and values are illuminated as Venus links with Neptune and Saturn. You are dreaming of abundance, but ready to build it realistically. A project may gain momentum or a gesture boost confidence. You are claiming more, step by step, with intention and trust. And there is a very strong chance that your life foundations can become more solid.
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Flights were briefly suspended on Saturday morning and passengers were taken into tunnels at Dubai airport, which is normally the busiest global hub in the world, following fresh drone strikes in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) city.
Flight VS400 had taken off from Heathrow at 10.22pm on Friday night for the seven-hour flight to Dubai. But after six hours in the air, while the Airbus A350 was flying over eastern Saudi Arabia, airspace was closed due to the latest attack.
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The pilots turned around to fly back to London, but they landed at Budapest at 11am on Saturday to refuel. After 90 minutes on the ground, the aircraft took off again for a two-hour flight to Heathrow and landed shortly before 2pm.
Long haul: flight path of Virgin Atlantic jet that was unable to land in Dubai and diverted to Budapest to refuel (FlightRadar24)
A Virgin Atlantic spokesperson said: “The safety and security of our customers and our people is always our top priority.
“We have strict criteria that must be met for a flight to continue into the region, and even though Dubai airport reopened shortly after its closure, our criteria for proceeding had not yet been met.”
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Hundreds of passengers who were waiting in Dubai to be flown back to London now have to wait for another opportunity to leave.
“We’d like to thank our customers for their patience and understanding and will contact affected customers,” the spokesperson added.
“Our flights have been repatriating as many of our customers and people who were in Dubai and Riyadh as possible, and we will continue our remaining rotations if deemed safe to do so.”
Virgin Atlantic has now decided to cancel all flights to and from Dubai for the rest of the winter season, apart from a single round-trip departing on Monday and returning the following day.
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Virgin Atlantic has now decided to cancel all flights to and from Dubai for the rest of the winter season (Matt Carter)
The airline’s spokesperson said: “Following airport and airspace closures in Dubai early this morning, we made the decision to cancel a number of our London Heathrow and Dubai rotations – the VS400 on Friday 6 March, VS401 on Saturday 7 March, VS400 on Saturday 7 March and VS401 Sunday 8 March.
“We continue to monitor the situation in the Middle East with ongoing dynamic assessments and active changes to our flight routings based on the latest information and guidance, where required.”
The relatively new Virgin Atlantic link between London Heathrow and Riyadh has also been “paused”.
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Each airline makes its own risk assessment and has specific criteria for deciding whether or not to operate a flight.
British Airways, which is known for being particularly risk-averse, has decided to concentrate its efforts on flights to and from Muscat in Oman, which is regarded as a safe airport.
The three giant airlines of the Gulf – Emirates, Etihad and Qatar Airways – are all seeking to increase the number of repatriation flights from the region, particularly to the UK and India. Thousands of passengers are seeking to leave for these key long-haul destinations.
But other carriers are reducing their prospective flying programmes to the region, not least because of a collapse in demand and significantly higher operating costs, especially insurance.
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Insurers are demanding much higher premiums as civilian airports come under attack from Iran.
Wendy Chamberlain said the figures gave a “terrifying” sense of the scale of the issue, as she urged the Scottish Government to act.
Craig Paton, Press Association Scotland Deputy Political Editor and Gemma Ryder Reporter
00:01, 08 Mar 2026
Scottish cops were called to domestic abuse incidents almost 6,000 times over the Christmas 2024 period, new figures suggest.
Between December 1, 2024 and January 3, 2025, Police Scotland were called to 5,945 domestic incidents, according to figures released to the Scottish Lib Dems.
Scottish Lib Dem deputy leader and former police officer Wendy Chamberlain said the figures gave a “terrifying” sense of the scale of the issue, as she urged the Scottish Government to act.
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The Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act was passed in 2021 and created domestic abuse protection notices and domestic abuse protection orders, which would allow for an abuser to be removed from the victim’s home immediately after an incident. The two provisions have yet to be implemented.
Ms Chamberlain said: “These figures reflect just how prevalent violence against women and girls is across Scotland. Around 6,000 incidents in the Christmas period alone gives a terrifying sense of the scale of domestic abuse.
“Five years since the Domestic Abuse Act passed and the SNP are still dragging their heels over the crucial protections within it. The Government have failed to give any good reason for the persistence of these delays.
“Scottish Liberal Democrats recently passed a motion at our conference calling for an end to these delays, so we can remove abusers from the family home and keep women out of harm’s way.
“We would also take steps in a range of areas, from health to education to justice, to tackle the root misogyny often underlying this violence.”
Siobhian Brown, Minister for Victims and Community Safety, said: “We are committed to fully implementing Part 1 of the 2021 Act. This is a complex piece of legislation with recognised operational challenges identified by justice partners and stakeholders.
“To address these, a short-life working group was established to consider possible legislative changes to ensure the Act can be implemented as intended. We are focused on preventing and eradicating violence against women and girls.
“That’s why we are increasing the delivering equally safe fund by 5 per cent, bringing total investment to almost £46 million over 2026-2028, to ensure organisations continue their vital work to prevent violence and support survivors.”
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The devices were found by New York City police officers during a scheduled anti-Islam demonstration near Gracie Mansion on the Upper East Side of Manhattan.
Officers were alerted around midday to the devices and took two unnamed “persons of interest” into custody, the New York Police Department told The Independent.
“No injuries or property damage have been reported at this time,” a department spokesperson said.
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“The ‘Crusade Against Islamification’ gathering held outside Gracie Mansion today by Jake Lang, a vile white supremacist, was despicable and Islamophobic,” mayoral press secretary Joe Calvello told The Independent in a statement. “Thankfully, the Mayor and the First Lady are both safe, though the events are a stark reminder of the threats they both face regularly.”
The devices (one pictured) were found during a scheduled anti-Islam demonstration near Gracie Mansion on the Upper East Side of Manhattan by New York City police officers (AFP via Getty Images)
Six people total were reportedly arrested at the demonstration overall, where right-wing activists and counter-protesters clashed (Getty Images)
“The Mayor has spoken with Police Commissioner Tisch, and the NYPD is actively investigating the protest, counter-protest, and suspicious devices discovered outside Gracie Mansion,” he added.
Photos from the scene appeared to show one of the devices, a round object wrapped in metallic tape. Smoke was emitting from one device, and the NYPD bomb squad is investigating, WABC reported.
At the demonstration, held on East End Avenue, just outside Gracie Mansion, far-right supporters clashed with a contingent of counter-protesters on Saturday afternoon.
The latter group, numbering about 125 people, was present for an event they called “Run the Nazis Out of New York City/Stand Against Hate.”
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In a statement on X, Lang claimed two men threw bombs at him in an “assassination attempt.” He shared footage of himself and his supporters running when one of the devices landed nearby.
Jake Lang, a pardoned January 6 rioter, is known for supporting right-wing causes and eliciting violent counter-protests in his wake (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)
“I am so grateful to be alive,” he wrote in another post.
He shared a photo appearing to show the second of the two devices, this one wrapped in black tape with nail-like objects sticking out its sides.
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Elsewhere during the demonstration, a far-right protester reportedly pepper-sprayed members of the opposing group. “Four people got hit, at least,” an eyewitness told amNewYork.
At one point in the chaos, Lang walked a goat through the crowd. At a Friday night vigil in New York City for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader of Iran killed in U.S. strikes on February 28, Lang appeared with the animal in tow and manhandled it during a derogatory rant about Muslims.
At the Gracie Mansion event, police sought to keep the opposing crowds of demonstrators separate, and they reportedly later helped clear a path for Lang to exit the area.
At least six people were arrested at the demonstration overall, including one person for disorderly conduct and another for using pepper spray, police sources told ABC News.
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Earlier this month, Lang, a January 6 rioter, was charged with making threatening statements about a police officer who was present at a fifth-anniversary event commemorating the attack on the Capitol. He was also arrested last month for vandalizing an ice sculpture at the Minnesota State Capitol protesting President Donald Trump’s immigration agenda.
When Lang appeared for the January 17 demonstration, which took place between Minneapolis City Hall and the local federal courthouse, he praised the Trump administration’s federal immigration operations and was vastly overwhelmed by counter-protesters who chased him and targeted him with water balloons in sub-freezing temperatures.
Lang’s appearance in the city came as Minneapolis was already on edge, after an immigration agent fatally shot protester Renee Good earlier that month and federal agents were conducting military-style immigration operations across the region.
Manchester City beat Newcastle United in the FA Cup and now have an even busier fixture list while they battle Arsenal for the Premier League title
22:04, 07 Mar 2026Updated 22:05, 07 Mar 2026
Manchester City booked a place in the quarter-final of the FA Cup thanks to a victory against Newcastle United. City claimed a 3-1 win at St James’ Park in the fifth-round tie to secure their spot in the last eight.
Newcastle had taken the lead in the first half with a goal from Harvey Barnes, with City quickly responding with an equaliser from Savinho.
Omar Marmoush then put City in front soon after the half-time interval, and added his second of the game and third for Pep Guardiola’s side to put the visitors in control of the tie on Tyneside.
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City have now added an FA Cup quarter-final tie to their busy schedule, which will take place next month, with the draw being held on Monday night.
Guardiola are currently battling with Arsenal for the Premier League title, with the Gunners having a seven-point lead, but City do have a game in hand.
Bayer Leverkusen (A) – Wednesday, March 11 (5.45pm) – Champions League
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Everton (H) – Saturday, March 14 (5.30pm) – Premier League
Bayer Leverkusen (H) – Tuesday, March 17 (8pm) – Champions League
Manchester City (N) – Sunday, March 22 (4.30pm) – Carabao Cup
FA Cup quarter-final – April 4/5
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Following Olivia’s announcement that her marriage to Bradley Dack is over, Pete Wicks has stepped in to keep his reality TV pal busy – but their partying has sparked rumours among fans
23:22, 07 Mar 2026Updated 23:22, 07 Mar 2026
Olivia Attwood and Pete Wicks have sparked further rumours about a potential romance, after the pair were seen leaving a hotel together in Manchester after the Brit Awards. Photos showed newly-single Olivia, 34, wearing a cap as her and Pete’s luggage was put into the same car at around midday.
It came after photos from the hotel lobby at around 3am showed Pete – who hosts a Sunday radio show with Olivia – carrying two large pizza boxes inside, after they’d been seen at the awards show, which took place at the city’s Co-op Live arena. After the show, they were seen leaving an after-party together.
According to The Sun, an onlooker revealed: “Despite sitting on different tables they managed to spend most of the evening together. At one point they were sat next to each other.” The Mirror has reached out to Pete and Olivia’s reps for comment.
But Olivia, who recently ended her three-year marriage to Bradley Dack, citing a “breach of trust”, seemed to dispel rumours. The reality star and presenter, who was on the ITV table, told the Sun on Sunday: “If you are going to be single anywhere this’d be the place. Is Harry Styles single?”
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Olivia has been sharing her break-up with fans, revealing on Valentine’s Day that it was her first one as single lady since she was a teen. Addressing her Instagram followers, Olivia said: “Happy Valentine’s Day, my cherubs. I love you all so much x. My first Valentine’s without a boyfriend since I was like 14 years old, lol, so I took myself shopping, obvs.”
She also shared a meme, which read: “Forever the girl who needs to stay busy to be okay.” Since splitting up with Bradley, 32, Olivia has been spotted partying with TOWIE star Pete, while she takes her mind off her relationship woes.
Earlier in February, Olivia was papped with her pal Pete, with the pair attending a Garnier launch in London together. The pair could be seen at the Newman Hotel, before they both carried the party on with a group of Pete’s pals.
While Pete and Olivia seemed in high spirits, the host of ITV’s new show The Heat was notably without her engagement and wedding rings after the end of her marriage. Pete and Olivia work together on their Kiss FM radio show, with the former Love Island contestant keeping herself busy with filming her documentary series Getting Filthy Rich.
She has also been appointed as the new face of Garnier, giving the heartbroken star plenty to be proud of amid her relationship breakdown. While Olivia appears to be holding it together, her soon-to-be ex-husband Bradley was seen still wearing his wedding ring, despite Olivia making it clear it was over.
Although she hasn’t divulged what the “breach of trust” that ended their marriage was, she did admit that she had been feeling “disconnected” from Bradley. Speaking on Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing’s Great Company podcast, Olivia confessed in February that her relationship was over.
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She declared: “I’m very happy to share a lot. I kinda think there’s a newer generation of people existing in our industry that previous generations haven’t. A publicist would be like, ‘Don’t share that and just pretend everything is fine’.
“I just kinda thought, yes, I could easily go down that route, but also I just know that a lot of people will relate to the kind of year that Brad and I had. You know, when you have these young married people who have their careers, and they’re both high-pressure, and you’re doing your thing, it’s so easy to become disconnected.”
