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BBC Breakfast co-host Naga Munchetty sparked comments on social media on Wednesday after she shared a major news story with her followers.The presenter took to Twitter to re-post a couple of tweets that confirmed that British-Iranian national Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe was being released from Iran after six years.READ: Naga Munchetty sparks debate as she shares why she's 'gutted'She was held in the country on charges of plotting to overthrow Iran's government since 2016, first in prison and later under house arrest.Human rights organisation Amnesty International described the project manager as "arbitrarily detained". Last year, her husband Richard went on hunger strike to protest her detention.WATCH: BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty applauded by fans after lifesaving actionsThe couple share a seven-year-old daughter, Gabriella, who will no doubt be delighted to be reunited with her mum.

#HaveAWord.”Naga then replied in view of her own 267,100 followers, saying that she couldn’t imagine how many women have been in the depicted situation. The BBC Breakfast star wrote: “I can only imagine the number of women who have been in this situation before.“#speakup.”Fans were super quick to jump on the comments and share their own thoughts about the video. @Saffronflowers penned: “Just watching that, just brings back so many occasions, that feeling of trying to make yourself invisible.”@EmmaW4rren said: “Wow, this made me cry and feel so very tense. “Will share with my teenage son.” @Sham145084845 said: “As a mum of boys, thank you for this video. “It makes explaining the issue much easier & why they shouldn't turn a blind eye to it. “Would love to see more examples. “This includes harassment from drunks, builders, at school, at work, on public transport etc.”@Ceciliaissmart wrote: “Brilliant. Made me cry. “As more vocal girl, I used to negotiate these situations by joking it off.“But it is NOT funny and it excuses the behaviour.

BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty sparked concern after temporarily losing the cat that she owns with her husband James Haggar. After sharing some updates on her beloved cats to Twitter, she bonded with one fan over the “heartbreak” of losing a pet. Naga, 46, took to social media on Tuesday to share some rare insights into her personal life, posting some snaps of the adorable cats she shares with husband James. In view of her 267,100 Twitter followers, she revealed that one of her adorable pets had recently been handed in by a member of the public. Sharing a pic of her calico Missy about to chomp down on some cat food, she wrote: “Tonight's mini adventure…”“Missy gets let out for half an hour (she refuses to use the cat flap and this is a regular evening occurrence).”“I take a shower and get organised.“Next thing a phone call telling me that the cat has been handed in by a member of the public to the vet.“I collect wayward cat,” she continued.“Vet (who I've known for years) says member of public believes Missy is hungry as she's so thin.“Vet explained that said cat is very old but very well loved.“Member of public not convinced,” she wrote incredulously. “Upshot: Missy is no longer allowed out to roam for her safety.“Cats!” The BBC Radio 5 Live star exclaimed.

BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty was left unimpressed after Home Secretary Priti Patel announced she will allow a "humanitarian route" for refugees from Ukraine seeking a safe passage to the UK. In a feisty Twitter retort this morning, she made her opinion clear, hinting that, in her eyes, the move didn't go nearly far enough.Last night, Harry Cole, the political editor of The Sun, posted a statement from the Home Secretary on Twitter.It read: "Home Sec to Sun: 'In response to the desperation I saw with my own eyes at the Polish border two days ago, I’m urgently escalating our response to the growing humanitarian crisis."'I am now investigating the legal options to create a humanitarian route.'”Currently, only those with family members living in Britain have the right to receive asylum here, but Priti announced she wanted to ensure that "anyone without ties to the UK fleeing the conflict...

Naga Munchetty took to Instagram on Sunday to share a relaxed photo from her day off, but it had her fans worried.The sweet snapshot showed one of the presenter's beloved cats stretched out on some furniture at the home Naga shares with her husband, James Haggar.MORE: Naga Munchetty supported by fans as she has the best response to criticismA polished wooden floor could be seen in the background on which sat a comfy armchair decorated with a stylish red cushion.Some of the star's followers took to the comments section to express their concern for her pet, however, asking: "Has she passed?" Naga quickly responded to reassure them, writing: "No. Just chilling.

BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty has taken to Twitter to speak out after her BBC colleague Emily Maitlis announced her departure from the broadcaster after 20 years.

Naga Munchetty took the reins alongside her co-host, Rick Edwards, on his morning show 5 Live Breakfast as the BBC presenter took over from regular broadcaster Rachel Burden who was noticeably absent today.The journalist, who fronts her own radio show on the network, stepped in on the morning programme.Taking to Twitter, the 46-year-old made a cheeky admission ahead of sitting in for Rachel.The BBC Breakfast presenter joked that her co-presenter Rick "may regret" having Naga on board over the next few days this week.In view of her 265,000 followers, Naga penned: "In your ears a little earlier today @bbc5live from 0600-0900 with @rickedwards1 letting me share the Breakfast studio with him..."She added: "Will he regret it?"Social media users flocked to comment on Naga's post, as Geraint Lewis joked: "He'll be sorry."Sir Hugo commented: "Well it would be an honour to work with a nice lady like you Naga."While Andrew cheekily fumed: "I missed [the show] this morning."Speaking on 5 Live Breakfast, Naga explained that she will be filling in for Rachel over the next few days."Good morning to you. Rick, 'Hello,'" she began.

Naga Munchetty, 46, has called attention to an appeal from BBC Breakfast producer, Nadia Dahabiyeh, to help retrieve a sentimental object that had been lost on the London Underground. In a desperate plea for help, Nadia shared a photograph of her young niece, Sophia, to Twitter.She wrote: “This is Teddy.

Naga Munchetty took to Twitter on Wednesday to reply to criticism from one of the listeners to her radio show – and her fans were quick to support her as she gave the most dignified response!RELATED: Naga Munchetty thanked by fans after speaking outRetweeting a message from someone who called her "condescending" on her Five Live radio show and concluded: "it’s not all about you," the BBC Breakfast co-host took the high road as she wrote: "Hey - You're listening! Thanks for being part of the @bbc5live audience, Lots of love Naga xxx."The star's followers rushed to share their enthusiasm for the way she rose above the critical comments, writing: "Keep it up Naga," and: "Great response @TVNaga01 that's why some of us love to see and hear you, keep it up, you do a great job."WATCH: BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty applauded by fans after lifesaving actionsOthers gushed: "The only reason why I listen is because of Naga, So as far as I'm concerned it IS about Naga," and: "Sharp as ever Naga. Keep it up girl x."MORE: Naga Munchetty hints at unexpected eating habits in new postSEE: BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty's home with husband just might surprise youThe 46-year-old was supported by fans again recently, as they applauded a selfless act that took place last month.

Naga Munchetty, 46, has responded to a critic who accused her of being “condescending” when presenting BBC Radio 5 Live this morning.The BBC Breakfast star took to her Twitter account, where she enjoys a following of 265,000, to respond to the claims made by one Twitter user.Naga had been discussing inflation during today’s instalment of her radio show, where she features news, discussions and interviews.The Twitter account, Mike Super-Lewendon, told Naga to “wind it in” and that she was not presenting a “children’s channel”.He typed: “Naga at her condescending best explaining to listeners the meaning of RRP, inflation and what 5p on a pound is in inflation.“Waiting for the daily word eluded and it’s a full house.”They concluded: “Naga this isn’t a childrens channel. (sic)“Wind it in, it’s not all about you!” (sic)In response, Naga thanked her critic for tuning in to listen to her programme.She penned: “You're listening for the daily word?“Hey - You're listening! Thanks for being part of the @bbc5live audience.”The broadcaster signed off the message with “lots of love, Naga xxx”.Fans of the TV star replied to her tweet defending her, as they encouraged her to keep her current presenting style.Sootydeposits said: “Wouldn’t want to embarrass you Mike but Naga is more highly qualified than you Sir.“Which is why she’s presenting on TV among with other talents, music and golf and you appear not be to any of those things.”Rohouk added: “Holy moly some people do need to wind their necks in!“As a nation inflation hasn't been as big an issue as it is now.“Therefore it makes sense for the impact to be explained. Keep it up Naga.”Cessspitfire agreed: “Sharp as ever Naga.

Naga Munchetty, 46, confessed she is learning “lots of non-broadcast friendly” topics that she won’t be able to air on her BBC show. Naga says she was exposed to some "shocking" information when she was vocal about her dislike of Valentine’s Day on her BBC Radio 5 Live show.The presenter said on Monday: “I want to talk to you a little bit about Valentine’s Day.“I’m putting it out there, I’m not a fan.“I don’t celebrate it, but if you want to by all means go for it.“Is it a good thing for relationships or is it just a good thing for business? What do you think?  “Are you with me, is it outdated?”Later in the show, Naga was baffled to reveal that there is also a day dedicated to someone’s “bit on the side” to avoid them feeling left out.She exclaimed: “I have just been told that February 15, the day after Valentine’s Day, is side-chick day.“Have you heard of that? I am shocked!“And just in case you didn’t know what a side-chick was- I didn’t- it is your bit on the side.“So, what happens is on Valentine’s Day couples give each other presents or cards or loving tokens of affection.Then, on the 15th you give your bit on the side the same attention.

BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty could have been paid £50,000 outside of her annual BBC six-figure salary after taking part in multiple events, it has been reported.

BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty has revealed that she "fell over" during her first dance at her wedding.Speaking on her BBC Radio 5 Live show this morning, the host, 46, spoke about how she related to pop star Anne-Marie's fall at the BRIT Awards last night, which saw her take a tumble while performing her latest hit Kiss My (Uh Oh).Speaking on her radio show today, Naga praised the singer for composing herself after the fall.At the start of her show, the BBC presenter said: "Styling it out."How good at that are you?" she asked listeners.Naga went on: "Well, Anne-Marie carried on singing after taking a little tumble at the BRITs last night."The newsreader paused for a second as she replayed the moment the star fell before getting back up.Addressing the moment, she said: "That's properly styling it out isn't it?"Really, really good," Naga praised the star.The BBC host went on to reveal that she could relate to Anne-Marie's fall as she relayed her own clumsy moment anecdote.Naga continued: "I mentioned earlier on Nicky's programme, I don't know if I styled it out, but I did fall over in a big, puffy wedding dress during my first dance to You're Just Too Good To Be True".She admitted that despite having learnt a dance routine in anticipation of the big day, her and James Haggar's first time spinning around the dance floor as husband and wife featured a surprise."We even figured out a dance routine and everything."It didn't go to plan but the wedding day was a success apart from that," Naga admitted.She jokingly added: "It never happened, wasn't on Insta, so never happened."Naga married TV consultant James in 2007.She previously told the Guardian that "being kind to each other" and "golf" were the secrets behind their

BBC Breakfast co-host Naga Munchetty took to social media at the weekend, where she confessed she was feeling "gutted" – and her followers rushed to respond, although they didn't all agree!The down-to-earth presenter posted a tweet on Saturday referring to the Six Nations rugby results after Scotland beat England 20-17 in their first game.MORE: BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty sparks major fan reaction for 'lifesaving' actionsShe wrote: "Congratulations [Scottish flag emoji]. Am gutted for [English flag emoji]." She then added: "Great entertainment #SixNations2022."Naga's followers were quick to share their own opinions, with one posting a string of Welsh flag emojis as they teased: "It made me feel a lot better."WATCH: BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty applauded by fans after lifesaving actionsAnother shared that they had also been rooting for England, commenting: "It was edge of the seat and wanting to join in.

Naga Munchetty, 46, has thrown her support behind Rafael Nadal, 35, today as she tuned into the Australian Open final.

BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty, 46, has sent her condolences to her former colleague Rory Cellan-Jones, 64, after he suffered a heartbreaking loss.

BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty has taken to Twitter to react following an announcement from her colleague of 13 years.The newsreader, 46, didn't hesitate to react after the broadcaster's business presenter revealed her plans to move to rival broadcaster ITV in March.In view of her 265,200 followers, Naga penned her co-star a sweet message.She wrote: "Congratulations! xx"The BBC newsreader was responding to her colleague's exciting news.Yesterday, BBC News correspondent Sarah Corker had announced that she was leaving the broadcaster to join rival ITV.She told her 6,000 followers: "I’m delighted to be joining @ITVNews as the Social Affairs Correspondent based in the north of England in March."It’s been quite the journey at @bbcnews over the last 13 years."Thank you to my fantastic colleagues & friends."Excited for the next chapter at ITN," she ended her post.BBC business presenter Lewis Vaughan Jones also responded to the news.He wrote: "Congrats Sarah!"Senior journalist at the BBC Leanna Byrne, penned: "You're going to smash that beat Sarah! Delighted for you xxx."While the broadcaster's Kyiv correspondent, James Waterhouse, commented: "Mega exciting and very deserved."Elsewhere, days ago Naga told how she had mistakenly invited someone round to "Netflix and Chill", without knowing the phrase was a euphemism for something else.Speaking to her listeners on her BBC Radio 5 programme, the star spoke to lexicographer and language podcaster Terry Victor, who brought up the phrase “Netflix and Chill”.“Netflix and Chill” originated as an internet slang term and is used as a euphemism for sexual activity - typically casual sex.However, this common phrase was lost on Naga, who appeared to have been taking it literally all

Naga Munchetty spoke to her listeners on BBC Radio 5 live about sayings that were either forgotten, or that had fallen out of common use. During the discussion, she spoke to an expert about the origin of certain idioms and came to a startling realisation. Naga, 46, talked to fans about their own favourite phrases, as well as various sayings that seemed to perplex some people depending on their age demographic. One of Naga’s callers was lexicographer and language podcaster Terry Victor, who brought up the phrase “Netflix and Chill”.“Netflix and Chill” originated as an internet slang term and is used as a euphemism for sexual activity - typically casual sex. However, this common phrase was lost on Naga, who appeared to have been taking it literally all this time. Speaking about internet lingo, Victor said: “It’s like ‘Netflix and Chill’ popped up.That’s a phrase that people now understand.”Naga asked Victor to repeat the phrase, which he then did quite clearly.“Doesn’t it mean relax?” She asked.“Yeah, well the relaxing is very intimate,” Victor replied euphemistically, “You come round to somebody’s house for a Netflix and Chill.” At this, Naga appeared flabbergasted, exclaiming: “Oh! Oh my goodness.So It’s like a date? Or a booty call?” “Yes, it’s like a booty call.

BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty has hit back at a viewer on Twitter after being labelled "condescending" and "arrogant" following a discussion on the programme this morning.The star spoke to the First Minister of Wales, Mark Drakeford, about the easing of Covid restrictions in the country, but one disgruntled Twitter user soon took issue with the line of questioning and was quick to slam Naga for her interview style.In view of her 265,100 followers, the BBC presenter hit back after being branded "arrogant" by the unhappy viewer.Naga wrote: "Curiosity is a great quality."Hope that isn't too condescending for you X."It comes after the social media user took issue with the sound of Naga's voice, before taking aim at her attitude.After tagging the BBC presenter, Twitter user @tircwmwd wrote: "I'm curious to know: were you born with that arrogant and condescending tone of voice, or is it just something you've honed to perfection at the Beeb?" (sic)They added: "First Minister of Wales 1 supposed BBC journalist 0," (sic)."Da iawn, @MarkDrakeford Well said!" they finished their post.This morning saw Naga speak to the Welsh First Minister about the easing of Covid restrictions in Wales.Naga said: "I'm sure many people in Wales will be looking to the restrictions that have been eased in England and thinking, 'Why are we not there?'"'Why are we not at that stage if we're hearing a similar message from the UK government that looks after the rules in England, that numbers are coming down and hospital admissions, the pressure is easing on the NHS," she added.Mr Drakeford replied: "Well, we've always taken a different approach in Wales, one that takes things step by step in line with the science, where a government that doesn't

BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty has taken to social media to react to one of her co-stars leaving the broadcaster.She shared her well wishes this morning after Martin Colley announced his “last shift”.Naga MunchettyNaga was among those sharing their congratulations to the BBC director.He shared yesterday with his own followers how he was leaving after 16 years.Martin wrote: “Bye bye BBC last shift done.“Nearly 16 years man and boy working for loads of programming.”He then tagged some of the shows he had worked on as well, including BBC Breakfast, Newsround and Match of the Day.BBC Breakfast’s Naga reacted to his tweet this morning.She penned: “We'll miss you - Good luck! X”Martin was quick to respond to his costar, thanking her for her message.“Thanks Naga, always a pleasure,” Martin replied.Martin first announced he was leaving the BBC back at the end of December.He shared how he was leaving the corporation for ITV.On December 23, he penned: “Personal News.“After 15 years I’m leaving the BBC.“I’ve got a shiny new Shoot/Edit job with @itvnews starting in Feb.“It’s been a great time and I have lots of happy memories…”Following his update about his final shift at the BBC, plenty of his colleagues shared their goodbyes.Producer Nazia Mogra wrote: “Ah Martin I'll miss you.Thanks for all your hard work today and always x.”BBC News Producer Carol Lowe added: “@itn’s gain is our loss.“Good luck, Martin.

BBC co-stars and industry peers, including Naga Munchetty, to reach out and offer their support. Matt shared a selfie from his hospital bed on Tuesday.The Saturday Kitchen presenter, who had the procedure performed at The Grange Hospital in Gwent, sported a face mask for his social media photo while he remained tied to a morphine drip. The 48-year-old expressed his gratitude for the NHS workers who carried out an appendectomy on him when surgeons removed the affected appendix. “Me, a morphine drip and an emergency appendectomy are keeping me from a much anticipated lunch at @manteca_london with @ollysmith @sarah10016 @hardiegrantuk,” he wrote. “But everything and everyone here at The Grange hospital in Gwent have been fantastic."A post shared by Matt Tebbutt (@matt.tebbutt)He dedicated his final words to the NHS, adding: “Couldn’t ask for more from such a brilliant health service So grateful.