Towie’s James Lock reveals he’s ditched partying and booze to rescue rocky relationship with ‘pregnant’ Yazmin Oukhellou

Born in Barbados in 1688, Stede Bonnet was known as “The Gentleman Pirate.” Riding the waves in the early 18th century, history distinguished him because he owned land and had been born into a wealthy family before giving it all up to become a pillager and a plunderer. He reportedly even met and sailed with the notorious Blackbeard.

Christopher Vourlias Two-time Oscar-nominated producer Alexander Rodnyansky (“Leviathan,” “Loveless”) said he felt “unbearably ashamed” and “incredibly, deeply sad” when his son called from Kyiv on Thursday with news that the Russian invasion of Ukraine had begun.“Of course, I realized before that the situation might go this way, but I still couldn’t believe that missiles are exploding in Kyiv,” Rodnyansky told Variety by email. “I couldn’t imagine that Kyiv, my native town, where my relatives, friends and colleagues live, where my parents and grandparents are buried, will be struck by missiles of the country where I have been living and working for the last 20 years, together with my family and friends.” The Moscow-based producer was born in the Ukrainian capital, which was under siege by Russian troops on Friday.

Russia ’s invasion of Ukraine. The 42-year-old Ukrainian-American is currently trapped in Kyiv as Russia launches an attack on the country.Providing further insight into his situation with his fans on Instagram, Maksim, who stars on the American version of Strictly Come Dancing, shared a video where he described what was currently happening.While on screen, sirens could be heard in the background as Maksim revealed that he was on his way to a bomb shelter.Begging Russia to end the war on Ukraine, the father-of-one said: "The world is standing up, I know how hopeless and helpless everyone is feeling."There is real, major life suffering going on."The dancing pro also revealed that his friends have decided to hide in a basement as the tension in the country continues to rise.However, he also disclosed that his pal's children were getting sick as there is currently no heat in the basement.While shedding light on what was going on, Maksim explained: "[I will] do my best to keep you updated, I’m not a reporter, I’m just somebody who is just here, I’m stuck, that’s it."I’m not moving towards the border, there’s no way."He added: "This is going to get really bad.

West Ham have given midfielder Andriy Yarmolenko some time off after the Russian invasion of his home country Ukraine left him “not in a good place”.Hammers boss David Moyes revealed the 32-year-old has not been training ahead of Sunday’s Premier League clash with Wolves.Yarmolenko, who has an astonishing 106 caps and 44 goals for the Ukraine national team, has been left feeling distressed over the Russian aggression which has caused panic and devastation back home.And Moyes’ comments suggest Yarmolenko is unlikely to feature on Sunday, though the east London club are keeping in touch and ready to help the player.The Scot said: “He’s not in a really good place at the moment so we’ve given him a few days off.“We’ll certainly help him.”Yarmolenko is in his fourth season with the Hammers since joining back in the summer of 2018.He has made 21 appearances across all competitions this season, scoring and assisting in the Europa League.Meanwhile, compatriot Oleksandr Zinchenko is expected to feature for Manchester City in their clash with Everton on Saturday.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done. You'll receive an email with all of the top news stories every single morning.You can find out more information on our email newsletter on this link here.City manager Pep Guardiola said: “Oleks is an incredibly strong guy.

Pancake Day next Tuesday (we know, it snuck up on us too) and thousands of Brits will be whipping up this tasty dish for breakfast or dinner. But, whether you opt for a British crepe style pancake or a fluffy American version there’s plenty that can go wrong with the seemingly simple meal.If you find it tricky to make the perfect pancake, or botch it when it comes to flip, then make this year the Pancake Day when you succeed.We spoke to a number of top chefs to find out their top tips for delicious pancakes.Check them out below…Pancakes are made using equal parts milk, eggs and flour.

Russia could hide the true scale of war by using mobile crematoriums to incinerate bodies caught up in the crossfire following their invasion of Ukraine, it has been claimed. For years, a series of crematoriums have reportedly been deployed alongside war jets and tanks - with the crematoriums being disguised as ordinary vehicles from its exterior.

Ukraine to detain - or kill - a target list of Ukrainian officials. New pictures show the squad allegedly stalking through the Ukrainian forest looking for their specific political targets.

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James Lock and Yazmin Oukhellou have been spotted putting on a steamy display for the cameras by sharing a passionate kiss.The pair, who were recently slammed by Pete Wicks for getting back together, were photographed first standing in front of James' slick black Bentley, which is being raffled off for Crisis Charity. James, 33, looked suave as he stood by the shiny car as he wore a crisp white T-shirt with a pair of black trousers.

TOWIE starlet Yazmin Oukellou has opened up about a recent pregnancy scare with on/off boyfriend James Lock.In scenes aired on ITVBe on Sunday, Yaz sat down with Amber to reveal how she though may have been expecting.Keeping calm, the Essex beauty said: "I thought I could have been pregnant."I took a test but luckily it was a false alert."Explaining how the scare has made her rethink her life plan, Yaz continued: "It was a weird feeling as I am maternal and I do want kids but I am not ready yet."James and I have only just got back to seeing each other."Agreeing, Amber replied: "Yeah, we are still young and have got our lives to live."Despite playing down the baby drama down, Yaz went on to admit she had now been thinking about what to call

TOWIE star James Lock has revealed how he has given up booze and partying to save his romance with "pregnant" girlfriend Yazmin Oukhellou.

James Lock has revealed he has ditched booze and partying to focus on his relationship wth Yazmin Oukhellou.The Only Way Is Essex star James, 33, said he’s a “changed man” after reigning his romance with Yaz, 26, following their split last year. Lockie said: “I'm a changed man; I've realised I need to grow up and be a man not a boy.

TOWIE'S Yazmin Oukhellou left boyfriend James Lock in shock as she dropped a pregnancy bombshell on last night's episode. The ITVBe star, 26, hinted that she could potentially be expecting the pitter-patter of tiny feet when viewers saw her speaking to James, 33, in the teaser for the next installment.

Yazmin Oukhello stunned viewers tuned into Wednesday night's TOWIE when she admitted she thinks she might be pregnant with James Lock's baby.

Yazmin Oukhellou has left fans gobsmacked after admitting she thinks she may be pregnant. In a teaser clip for the next episode of The Only Way Is Essex, which played at the end of Wednesday 23 September’s episode, Yaz confided in on-off boyfriend James Lock, and revealed that she thinks she may be pregnant.

TOWIE has been hit with 176 complaints to Ofcom following Sunday night's episode, The Sun Online can exclusively reveal. Viewers were left feeling "uncomfortable" after Olivia Attwood, 29, clashed with Chloe Brockett over name-calling claims.

The Only Way Is Essex star Yazmin Oukhellou has thrown shade at Pete Wicks, after he said she had a 50/50 chance of her relationship with James Lock lasting. Yazmin, 26, who recently reignited her romance with 33 year old James Lock after they split last year, read out a romantic poem she had penned for her man on the latest episode of TOWIE, where she made the dig.The stunning brunette sat with friends Amber Turner, Dan Edger, Georgia Kousoulou and Tommy Mallet and James as she revealed she had written him a poem after he painted a picture of her.