Putin's younger successor could be even more brutal amid health fears, experts warn

“I am not the sum of my histories. I am a collection of my possibilities.”This sage advice neatly sums up my recent experiences with other older men. After retirement, and especially reaching the age of seventy, men seem to divide into two different streams. Some seemingly decide that life has become dull, and dormant, and they continue to live in the memory of past glories. Of continuing friendships but only with ex-work colleagues.

Al Roker celebrated his 68th birthday last week but it was no doubt a bittersweet affair as it has also been one year since the death of his good friend.MORE: Al Roker continues to prepare for life-changing moment involving son NickThe Today star sadly lost family friend Anthony Scotto on 21 August 2021, just one day after Al marked his 65th birthday. Anthony ran the New York restaurant Fresco by Scotto – which Al and his family frequented often – and tragically passed away at the age of 87.WATCH: Al Roker's rise to fameAt the time, Al paid tribute to Anthony on Instagram alongside a photo of the pair at his restaurant.

Lauren Goodger has been "really ill" and forced to call in the doctors after her baby Larose got sick too.The TOWIE star has been having a difficult time in recent weeks and last month, she tragically lost her newborn daughter Lorena the day she was born. Posting on Tuesday morning, Lauren revealed how her one year old had fallen ill "really badly".

Made in Chelsea's James Taylor and Maeva D'Ascanio are engaged after James finally proposed to Maeva on a holiday in Rome. And while fans thought they weren't going to be getting married for a while after James rejected Maeva's proposal on the show, it seems the couple now can't wait to become husband and wife. Speaking to OK!, James, 26, has given a few hints about his upcoming wedding with Maeva, 30, which he wants to take place in December 2023.

Neighbours star Charlotte Chimes admitted she “almost died” while trying to take a sultry bikini snap in the sea.The Nicolette Stone actress was busy frolicking in the ocean with her pal Winnie, stripping to a stunning scarlet two-piece as she attempted to balance by some rocks.The star is currently holidaying in the Balearic Islands in Spain, and looked sensational in the bikini held together with string. READ NEXT: Neighbours Scully family now - billionaire husband, suing show and career U-turn Her ensemble was barely held together with string and rose into a halter-neck, leaving her toned arms and thighs on full display as she flashed her toned tummy to fans.Charlotte added a pair of matching red sunglasses and secured her brunette tresses in an elegant bun to keep it out of her eyes.Charlotte’s pal Winnie wowed in a matching green bikini as the pair balanced precariously in the water with their arms outstretched, leaning close to one another to help their posture.But things were not all as they seemed, as Charlotte captioned the snaps: “Moving in gracias ((and then we almost died SOS)).”Her worried fans streamed into the comments section to praise the star, as one gushed: “Glad you didn’t!” and another echoed: “Beautiful view!”“Fantastic,” another social media user told her.Later, Charlotte relaxed on her hotel balcony with a glass of fizz raised high, showing off her incredible sun tan in her halter-neck bikini top, held together with a gold metal circle between the bust.She arranged an orange kaftan around her waist as she looked off into the horizon, standing barefoot against the railings with a stunning mountain backdrop amid the village below.Charlotte cheekily posted: “Fine I turned up the saturation but really

The Real Housewives Of Cheshire alongside his wife Sheena but aside from that his relationship with the world of celebrity is over.Shane, 46, parted ways with his fellow boyband members back in 2019 after they embarked on a lengthy farewell tour following their 11 year-long reunion after their original split.READ MORE: Shane Lynch says he's 'had enough' of Boyzone in candid Lorraine interviewBut now the Dublin born crooner wants to focus his efforts on his other business ventures – including a chain of 1920s inspired barber shops called The Elk & Clipper.He told New magazine: “In the last year or so I’ve made the active decision to completely exit from the industry, whether that be music or TV. The only thing you’ll see me do is Real Housewives because that is part of our lives and they came into our home and it is all genuine.“I happen to be a part of that, but my business life has gone to a whole new level and I’m happy with that.”Shane and Sheena – who share two daughters, Billie Rae, 13, and Marley, nine – also own and run a Cheshire based Irish bar named D13 after the area in Dublin where he was raised.He added: "We moved up to Cheshire for business, hence why Sheena ended up on the show, and I’m ok with that.

A school is reportedly supporting a "phenomenally bright" teen girl who identifies as a cat. The student allegedly has permission to act like a feline and be non-verbal in class, so long as her behaviour does not distract other youngsters at the private school in Melbourne, Australia.

Following numerous setbacks in auditioning for parts in the Game of Thrones universe, British actor Steve Toussaint was finally cast as Corlys Velaryon for the prequel House of the Dragon. In landing the role, the 57-year-old became the franchise's first black lead character.

Scott Disick is reportedly dating Rod Stewart's daughter Kimberly after being spotted hand in hand just hours before his car crash.

They will soon be turning heads again at venues across the region.

It's common for your memory to be affected from time to time. Stress, tiredness and certain illnesses and medications can often leave us feeling absent-minded.

A devoted Ayrshire son let his vulnerable elderly mum sit on his knee for almost six hours through a Tom Jones concert after the venue couldn't provide a chair.

Harry Styles and Olivia Wilde shared their thoughts on the online backlash they have received over their relationship. The 28-year-old singer and the 38-year-old actress opened up about the negative response to their romance from a portion of the former One Direction member’s passionate fan base. "It’s obviously a difficult feeling to feel like being close to me means you’re at the ransom of a corner of Twitter or something," Styles said in an interview for a Rolling Stone cover story that was published on Monday.

Laura Whitmore has announced that she is quitting her role as host of Love Island and won't be returning to front the next series. The presenter originally stepped in as the host of Love Island in 2020 after the tragic death of previous host Caroline Flack, who was a long-term friend of Laura's.Announcing the news of her departure to fans on Instagram, Laura said: "I was only planning to fill in for Caroline for a series and it turned into 3 series."I hope I did you proud Caroline."Now, Love Island fans are already anticipating who the next host could be as the next series of Winter Love Island approaches.

Fenerbahce banned from UEFA competition after a section of the club's supporters appeared to chant Russian war dog Vladimir Putin's name during a Champions League qualifier against Dynamo Kyiv.The disgraceful incident occurred during the second leg of the second qualifying round tie at the Ulker Stadium on Wednesday night. Large sections of Fenerbahce fans could be hearing chanting Putin's name after Ukrainian midfielder Vitaliy Buyalskyi put Dynamo 1-0 up on the night.Buyalskyi prodded home a cross at the near post before wheeling away and making an eagle gesture with hands, believed by some to be a nod to Fenerbahce's arch-rivals Besiktas.READ MORE: Win 2 tickets to watch England vs Germany in Nations League action at Wembley StadiumThat did not go down well with the home supporters, who proceeded to chant bloodthirsty scoundrel Putin's name as the two teams returned to line up for kick-off.

Vladimir Putin because they fear further health scares. Rumours have been circulating about the Russian tyrant's health since he launched his invasion of Ukraine in February. There have been suggestions of cancer, Parkinson's disease or both, and intelligence sources have claimed he has undergone major surgery in recent months.

restaurant is to charge super-rich customers eye-watering fees of up to £80,000 for diners to eat pasta meals.Luxury eatery Core, which will open inside the Transamerica Pyramid in San Francisco next year, will boast a strict members-only policy designed to attract the very wealthiest residents of the California city.Crudo and pasta menus are to be crafted by Michele Brogioni, who has cooked for Barack Obama, Giorgio Armani — and even Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin.As well the super-expensive bites to eat, members of the private club will also be granted access to an extensive wine library and an antiaging salon offering a treatment worth $1,000 (£829).READ NEXT:Vegetable thief caught stealing handfuls of greenery from disabled man's garden Initiation fees will start at $15,000 (£12,000) and go up to a whopping $100,000 (£82,000), with a special discount reserved for "promising young innovators" who will pay just $10,000 (£8,200).But these will only cover the cost of membership and the price of the food, which will still come out of the customer's pocket.Bosses at Core hope the luxury offerings will entice the well-off members of the public to pay regular visits, and have even tipped their new venture to spark a “new renaissance of San Francisco” after a difficult few years for The Golden City.It will form part of the newly redeveloped Transamerica Pyramid, a 48-story futurist skyscraper originally dating from the 1960s.It is hoped its twenty-first century refurbishment will tempt back rich people to San Francisco following a mass exodus during the Coronavirus pandemic.Data from the Internal Revenue Service, the US equivalent of the HMRC, showed that the number of people listed on tax returns in the city dropped by 4.5%

Vladimir Putin’s health continues today after the Russian leader reportedly suffered a middle-of-the-night "health scare" early on Saturday (July 23).The Russian President complained of “severe nausea” and doctors rushed to his presidential quarters around 1am, it was alleged.The claim – which cannot be verified – comes from a Telegram channel that boasts it monitors Putin’s health, and asserts he has serious medical problems which have not been officially disclosed.READ MORE: Putin's sex-crazy mistress 'lifted his spirits' and may have influenced 'foreign policy'His condition improved after three hours but concerns over his condition mean that body doubles may be used this week, said the channel, General SVR.Kremlin insiders claim that Putin was previously replaced by a double for meetings with Iran’s leadership and Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.The post on General SVR said: “Putin on the night of Friday July 22 to Saturday July 23 needed urgent medical care. At about 1am, the medical workers on duty at [his] residence were summoned to the president.“Putin complained of severe nausea.

Eddie Hall has a seemingly more powerful punch than Anthony Joshua after blitzing the two-time world heavyweight champion on the arcade punchbag. Hall, 34, punched the lights off the traditional amusement game at the 2021 Arnold Sports Festival, when the Muscle and Health Stand were partaking in a competition to see who could record the highest score.

When hundreds of Russian bombs whistle overhead, Martha Aitken said it is only when they get really close that she flinches.

Vladimir Putin may have used a body 'double' for his arrival at a summit in Iran this week.Intelligence supremo Major-General Kyrylo Budanov was suspicious in a live interview on 1+1 channel, saying a Putin lookalike could have flown to Tehran to meet with the presidents of Iran and Turkey.Budanov said: "I will only hint. Please look at the moment of Putin's exit from the plane.