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A WOMAN who paid £239 for her first-ever tattoo has been warned she made an “expensive lesson in stupidity”.

She had opted to have three star outlines inked behind her ear, and had proudly shared a picture of the etching on social media.

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An image of a woman’s wonky tattoo was shared on Reddit, with people saying she should sue[/caption]

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Her mum was against her getting a tattoo, so was “pretty happy” that it had turned out so badly and she’d been proved right[/caption]

However, one of her dad’s friends spotted the snap, and was left so stunned by the misshapen design that they decided to post it on Reddit.

“Daughter of a friend paid $300 (£239) for this s**t,” they wrote alongside the picture.

They also said in the comments section that the mum of the tattooed girl was actually “pretty happy” with the way it turned out – as she had been so against her getting an inking in the first place.

Other people in the comments were quick to weigh in, with pointing out that the price worked out at $100 (£79) a star.

“Star is very generous description of those things,” another said.

“Those are called ‘sarts’,” a third joked.

“Brother I’m sorry to tell you but you seriously got ripped off!” someone else insisted.

“I know a woman with a daughter who has a friend that knows a tattoo person that coulda hooked you up with 3 perfectly wonky stars that you’ve ever seen.”

“The tattoo ‘artist’ should have paid her $300,” another said.

“The person who did this robbed this girl,” someone else raged.

“And borderline disfigured her. She couldn’t have gone to a legit tattooer.

“This is typical scratcher work.

“Sorry, she should file a claim in small claims court for her $300 and the max in pain and suffering. This is so bad.”

“I would have called the cops,” another wrote.

With someone else pointing out: “You CAN sue a tattoo artist in small claims court for up to $10k.

“You need to print out a picture of the stars you wanted, then print out pictures from that tattoo artists Instagram or the shop’s Instagram proving reasonable assumption of what you expected to receive and file it with Small Claims.

“This would be a very simple case to win. Good luck!”

While another suggested: “It can be fixed.

“Wait 3 weeks to a month for it to heal and have someone do blacked out stars a tiny bit bigger to cover it.”

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A SUPERCOMPUTER has predicted the final Premier League table after Manchester United were dragged closer to the bottom three.

The Red Devils slumped to a 1-0 defeat to fellow underperformers Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.

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The loss has left Ruben Amorim‘s side 15th in the table just 12 points above 18th-placed Ipswich Town.

It also means that Man United have lost three of their last five games with little sign of improvement.

To make matters worse, Amorim is now dealing with an injury crisis that saw him name EIGHT teenagers on the bench.

The club will have to contend without the likes of Amad Diallo, Luke Shaw and Lisandro Martinez for the foreseeable future.

There was little change at the top of the table as both Liverpool and Arsenal won, leaving the gap between the contenders at seven points.

With the latest results the supercomputer at CasinoHawks has predicted the final Premier League table.

The prediction is that Arsenal will fall even further behind in the race for the title and finish ten points behind Arne Slot‘s Reds.

Despite Man United being in crisis it is thought that the club will win five of their remaining 13 games to finish in 13th place.

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This would be the club’s worst-ever finish by five spots, but considering the current state, it could have been a lot worse.

This would put them above the predicted finish of Tottenham Hotspur who are expected to finish 14th.

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The biggest shock made by the supercomputer is that Bournemouth will sneak into the Champions League spot.

The Cherries have been in great form recently, having won three of their last four games.

The club are being backed to remain ahead of Chelsea and chase down Nottingham Forest to snatch fourth.

Manchester City are also expected to continue on their improvements and finish in third place.

However, Pep Guardiola‘s side are believed to end TWENTY points behind winners Liverpool.

In terms of the relegation spots, the supercomputer is backing Ipswich Town to pull off a remarkable escape.

The Tractors Boy could catch Wolves and dump the West Midlands side into the Championship.

THE first thing we eat in the morning is usually the meal we spend the least amount of time thinking about.

As creatures of habit, we tend to reach for the same foods at the same time and not give it a second thought until the same time the next day.

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But if you knew that the first thing you eat on an empty stomach could be responsible for your wellbeing for the rest of the day – and your health for years to come – you might reconsider that first mouthful.

Top Harley Street nutritionist and author of Sunday Times best selling book The Science of Nutrition, Rhiannon Lambert says: “Overnight, your stomach is typically empty, so there’s no food to buffer stomach acid. 

“This could make your stomach lining more sensitive, especially for people prone to acid reflux or gastritis (inflammation).

“Your digestive system also slows down during the night while you’re sleeping, and without any movement, digestion isn’t as stimulated. 

“When you wake up, your gut motility (movement of food through the digestive system) is still getting started, which may contribute to morning stomach sensitivity.

“Not only that but the level of cortisol (the body’s natural stress hormone) in your blood, urine and saliva normally peaks in the early morning and declines throughout the day. 

“This peak can influence digestion and may contribute to gastrointestinal discomfort in some individuals.”

From bloating and indigestion to low mood and obesity, here are seven foods Rhiannon says you should avoid on an empty stomach to improve your health.

1. SUGAR

As it could irritate your pancreas 

SUGAR is never great news for your health.

But there are better, and worse, times to choose to consume sweet snacks.

Eating high-sugar foods on an empty stomach spikes your insulin levels much more quickly than when consumed with a stomach already full of nutritious foods.

This can very quickly increase your blood sugar levels and put unnecessary strain on the pancreas first thing in the morning, as it releases more insulin than usual to process the sudden influx of sugar.

Not only that, but when we have a sweet breakfast, we are much more likely to continue to consume sugar throughout the day as we “chase” the sugar high we achieved in the morning.

This means your pancreas is working extra hard all day.

And this is bad in the short and long term. Eating sugar on an empty stomach every day can lead to overall high blood sugar and triglyceride levels (which measures the amount of fat in your blood), which can increase your risk of diabetes, pancreatic cancer and acute pancreatitis.

To stay healthier, swap granola, pastries and jam for savoury options like eggs, avocado on toast, or low-sugar cereals like shredded wheat.

2. PROCESSED FOODS

As they can make you more hungry

STRUGGLING to control your hunger throughout the day?

If you’re constantly reaching for snacks and eating larger portions than you would like to, it could be down to the quality of what you’re eating on an empty stomach. 

Processed foods like crisps, biscuits, fizzy drinks and cereal bars are often high in preservatives, additives and artificial ingredients that can be hard on the stomach because they are unnatural and difficult to digest.

They also have very minimal nutritional value, which means they are largely just calories and flavourings rather than things that your body wants and needs, especially after a long break from food.

The trouble is, when you consume these “foods” your body is getting mixed signals.

It is both struggling to digest while also not getting enough fuel for the days and hours ahead.

You might consider yourself healthy by drinking orange juice in the morning, but it’s not a great idea

Rhiannon LambertNutritionist

Instead of filling up on good food, your body wants to eat more to find the nutrients it needs, so it spikes your hunger and causes you to over-consume. 

Pastries, mass-produced bread, margarine, flavoured yoghurts and energy bars usually fall into this category when bought from supermarkets.

Where possible, they should be avoided on an empty stomach – and in general – to prevent overeating and bolster long-term health. 

3. COFFEE

As it can negatively impact your mood and energy levels 

CAFFEINE is a strong substance that gets absorbed into the body very quickly, especially on an empty stomach.

It can have many positive impacts on our health, not to mention our energy levels – in the short-term anyway.

But consuming it before you’ve eaten anything can provide some surprising negative side effects.

Within the first hour of waking up in the morning, our melatonin levels drop – that’s the hormone that helps to regulate our sleep-wake cycle. 

But this can be delayed if we have caffeine early on, particularly on an empty stomach, leaving us feeling sluggish and sleepy. 

On top of this, caffeine increases the amount of the stress hormone cortisol.

This is great when you want to feel more alert and focused, but cortisol spikes in the morning can increase anxiety and stress, which can then impact your mood for the rest of the day. 

Try having your morning coffee with breakfast or after eating to prevent the rapid absorption into your body.

Or if you can, save your caffeine intake for late morning to give you that boost once you are past the early morning hours.

4. DAIRY

As it can reduce physical performance 

LOVE a morning workout but wondering why you’re struggling to push through that run or heavy lifting sesh?

Milk, cheese and yoghurt could be the reason your physical performance is suffering.

Eating dairy products on an empty stomach before you exercise can cause you to feel lethargic and will increase your stomach’s acid content during a workout.

This is because dairy products have a high fat content, which slows your digestion.

The more fat in a meal or snack, the longer it takes for that meal or snack to be digested and the more it impacts our physical performance.

If you love having yoghurt for breakfast, try saving it for after your morning gym session.

But if you need to eat before you head to the gym or a spin class, why not give a slice of toast or banana a go instead? 

5. SPICY FOODS

As they can lead to indigestion 

NO matter what time of day, spicy foods can trigger indigestion or bowel trouble.

But these tummy issues can be particularly bad if eaten on an empty stomach. 

Spices can irritate the stomach lining, which is especially vulnerable when not protected by other foods.

This can lead to acid reflux, indigestion and even diarrhoea – none of which are particularly pleasant. 

The increased acidity in spicy foods can also make the stomach produce more acid, which leads to heartburn – so it’s especially good to avoid these if you are pregnant.

If you love a bit of spice on your eggs in the morning, or you’re keen on a spicy breakfast burrito, try to eat something fatty first, like yoghurt, to protect your stomach. 

6. CHOCOLATE

As it can wreck your sleep

A CROISSANT or pain au chocolat is a delicious morning treat.

But starting your day with anything chocolatey, or eating it on an empty stomach, can wreck your sleep. 

Chocolate contains high levels of sugar, as well as some caffeine, so just like coffee and breakfast cereals, your body absorbs it quickly. 

This causes a major spike in blood sugar, as well as a quick and impactful caffeine buzz. 

While great for a short time, this quickly wears off, dropping off dramatically within 60 minutes or so. 

And your circadian rhythm, which regulates your sleep and awake times, takes the hit. 

We often experience a sudden tiredness by mid-morning, which can then impact our ability to fall asleep when it comes to bedtime. 

Try swapping chocolate for a sprinkle of cinnamon on your porridge or some raisins in your granola to give you a sweet hit in the morning without the refined sugar and caffeine.

7. FRUIT JUICE

As it erodes your teeth 

YOU might consider yourself healthy by drinking orange juice in the morning.

But it’s not a great idea to make drinks like this the first thing you consume. 

Fruit juice is actually a processed food, meaning it has been changed from its natural state, and much of its fibre content is removed. 

Unfortunately, it’s the fibre in fruit that regulates the absorption of the sugar and acid, so without it, you are really just consuming a load of sugar and acid. 

This can wreak havoc on your teeth because they usually haven’t yet been cleaned so do not have the protective layer they need from toothpaste.

Your tooth enamel can very quickly erode, leading to tooth sensitivity, cavities, and decay.

I’m not saying no fruit, but stick to whole fruits rather than juice!  

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HUGE period drama starring Stephen Graham is renewed for a second series before the first season has even aired on our screens.

The Disney+ show, which starts this month, comes from Steven Knight, the writer behind acclaimed BBC thriller Peaky Blinders as well as current BBC hit SAS Rogue Heroes.

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Huge period drama period drama is renewed for a second series before the first season has even aired on our screens[/caption]

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Erin Doherty plays Mary Carr leader of the forty elephants[/caption]

The epic new series – A Thousand Blows – is set in the perilous world of illegal boxing in 1880s Victorian London.

Now, ahead of the show’s debut this week, it’s been revealed that it’s been recommissioned for a second series.

In the 1800s Londoners had to contend with two very different criminal gangs — a group of East End boxers and another of West End shoplifters.

The Forty Elephants were a band of women who robbed, burgled and swindled their way around the capital’s poshest parts including top end shops like Selfridges.

Meanwhile at the other end of the city were the gangs who ran boxing fights which was the only alpha male entertainment of the day.

Coming between the factions were Jamaicans Hezekiah Moscow and his pal Alec Munroe, and both got sucked into the dangerous but lucrative underworld of bare-knuckle fighting.

Now, these incredible stories have been brought together in new drama A Thousand Blows, which features Line of Duty’s Stephen Graham and The Crown actress Erin Doherty.

The thrilling series follows Hezekiah (Malachi Kirby) and Alec – played by Francis Lovehall – two best friends from Jamaica who find themselves thrust into the violent melting pot of post-industrial revolution London’s East End.

Drawn into the criminal underbelly of the thriving boxing scene, Hezekiah meets Mary Carr (Erin Doherty), leader of The Forty Elephants – the notorious all-female London gang – as they battle for survival on the streets.

As Hezekiah sharpens his new skills, he comes up against Sugar Goodson (Stephen), a seasoned and dangerous boxer and the two are soon locked into an intense rivalry that spills out way beyond the ring.

This month we exclusively revealed that despite rave reviews and top ratings, the BBC cancelled Stephen’s other show Boiling Point.

The four-part series followed the 2021 film of the same name and picked up eight months after the movie’s cliffhanger ending that saw irate chef Andy Jones, played by Stephen, collapse with a heart attack.

A source told The Sun: “It’s not often a drama gets such love from viewers and critics but Boiling Point was such a rarity the team has been left disappointed that there’s no news on a second series.

“The fact is there’s still an appetite for more, it’s just making that happen.

“Boiling Point is on the shelf, so to speak, but if the right story or idea comes along then there’s every chance it could be back on screens one day.”

The series aired in October 2023 and landed a perfect score on ratings site Rotten Tomatoes.

It followed Andy, as he tried to find his place in the world without running a restaurant, and Carly, played by Vinette Robinson, who took over the reins at Jones & Sons.

A Thousand Blows airs Friday 21 February on Disney+.

RORY MCILROY had some choice words for a spectator after they tried to help him out with his short game.

The four-time Major winner carded an even-par final round at the Genesis Open on Sunday to finish joint-17th at Torrey Pines.

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McIlroy, 35, cut a frustrated figure after falling out of contention over the weekend.

He had gone into Saturday’s Round 3 just three shots behind then-leader Davis Thompson.

The Northern Irishman failed to mount a challenge, eventually finishing 12 shots back behind winner Ludvig Aberg.

McIlroy’s putting game abandoned him on Day 4 in Los Angeles.

And one fan thought they would offer some advice from the gallery.

McIlroy rolled a ten-footer wide of the mark on the 3rd green, missing out on birdie.

According to golf insider Dan Rapaport, the fan shouted to McIlroy: “Blame your caddie.”

McIlroy immediately fired back: “Shut the f*** up.”

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Without a major win since 2014, McIlroy linked up with current caddie Harry Diamond eight years ago.

He has won multiple titles on the PGA Tour alongside Diamond, but is yet to claim that illusive major as a pairing.

McIlroy has previously defended his friend and “easy target” Diamond from fan criticism.

He told the BBC in 2022: “I wouldn’t have him on the bag if I didn’t think he was good at what he did.

“He’s grown into his role really well. I think our record speaks for itself. We’ve won a ton.

“Harry’s a really calming presence to have by my side.

“I love having him on the bag. I’m a different person. And I’m never going to give him s*** even if something goes wrong. It would not be worth it.”

Aberg’s triumph in Los Angeles was the most lucrative of his short career.

The 25-year-old Swede scooped $4million (£3.1m) for winning at Torrey Pines.

He pipped Maverick McNealy to the title after holing four birdies in his final six holes.

A beaming Aberg said: “It felt like I was in control of the ball flight all day and really proud of the way that I finished, it was really cool.

“It was so much fun coming down the last few holes trying to win a tournament, it is a really special feeling.”

CONOR Maynard has revealed he was rushed to hospital after a nasty accident – sharing a snap of him being wheeled away my paramedics.

The singer, 32, took to Instagram to share the update and reassured fans he was back home after the accident.

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Opening up on the reason for his hospital stay, Conor wrote: “I’m doing OK guys.

“You’re not allowed to laugh but… I fell down the stairs.”

Although Conor appeared to shrug the accident off, an earlier post showed him with his head strapped to a stretcher.

He added: “But nothing too serious, you can all breathe now.”

Last year Conor became a dad for the first time when The Traitors star Charlotte Chilton gave birth to their child.

Conor and Charlotte, 32, are not together and are currently not on speaking terms.

Charlotte fell pregnant after a one-night stand following a champagne-fuelled wrap party for the second series of Claudia Winkleman’s BBC murder mystery game.

Charlotte was introduced to TikToker Conor by The Traitors winner Harry Clark.

A month after their child was born, Charlotte took to Instagram to reveal she was considering taking Conor to court over financial support.

She posted a WhatsApp message to Conor that read: “I am killing myself to pay for what she needs and deserves.

“So with that I can talk to you face to face or we can do court … take your pick. It’s time to grow up.”

JAMES MADDISON sent pal Luke Littler a tongue-in-cheek apology after scoring Tottenham’s winner against the darts star’s beloved Manchester United.

The midfielder, 28, was making his return to action following three weeks out with a calf injury.

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He made it a comeback to remember, scoring in the 13th minute to earn Spurs an important 1-0 win.

After scoring, Maddison performed his trademark “throwing a dart” celebration.

He then made a shushing gesture, potentially directed at Roy Keane following the Irishman’s comments about him earlier in the week.

After the game, Maddison posted a picture of his darts celebration his Instagram story.

He captioned it: “Sorry son @lukethenukelittler”.

Littler, 18, subsequently re-posted the image to his own story, writing: “I knew u was thinking about me.”

The pair’s friendship dates back to Littler’s run to the World Darts Championship final as a 16-year-old last year.

After the Warrington wonderkid reached the quarter-finals, Maddison invited him to a Spurs match.

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Littler sat in the England international’s plush box at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Spurs beat Bournemouth 3-1 in December 2023.

A fortnight later, he met Sir Alex Ferguson and Bruno Fernandes as he attended Man Utd’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham at Old Trafford.

In September, Littler was cheekily trolled by Spurs’ social media team after the North Londoners defeated United 3-0 at Old Trafford.

Posting a screenshot of Littler following their official account, they wrote: “You finally seen the light @LukeTheNuke180?”

During the week, Man Utd icon Keane said Maddison “got relegated with Leicester and he’ll get relegated with Spurs”.

After netting the winner and performing a shushing celebration, Maddison told Sky Sports: “There was a little bit of outside noise this week.

“People will have their opinions, but I wanted to do my talking on the pitch. I hope there is a certain few that enjoyed me being the match-winner today.”

Keane had also asked: “People say Maddison’s the man. When is he going to step up to the plate?”

Maddison’s goal on Sunday was his ninth in 23 Premier League appearances this season.

In total he has scored 10 and laid on six assists in all competitions during Spurs’ difficult season.

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