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Beware: Scammers Use QR Codes to Target Residents in Nancy Guthrie Case, Warns Pima County Sheriff

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Beware: Scammers Use QR Codes to Target Residents in Nancy Guthrie Case, Warns Pima County Sheriff

The Pima County Sheriff’s Department is alerting the public about a new scam that has emerged involving the name of Nancy Guthrie.

Through a statement shared on social media, the department expressed being “aware” of online posts related to the Guthrie investigation. These posts are reportedly incorporating QR codes that solicit money from individuals.

The department emphasized that, “PCSD will never ask for money related to this case, or any investigation.”

Nancy Guthrie and Sheriff Chris Nanos

Nancy Guthrie vanished from her Tucson residence in the early hours of February 1st, with authorities regarding her disappearance as a suspected abduction. Sheriff Chris Nanos of Pima County has stated that no new suspects are being considered, and noted there are technological hurdles concerning DNA evidence. (Jan Sonnenmair/Getty Images; Courtesy of NBC)

The department has advised the community against sending money to unknown individuals or scanning QR codes that request payment. They also urge anyone who encounters such posts to report them promptly.

Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Savannah Guthrie, an anchor on NBC’s “Today” show, has been missing for over 164 days.

Savannah Guthrie and Nancy Guthrie

Nancy Guthrie, 84, has been missing from her Arizona home since Jan. 31, 2026. (Don Arnold/WireImage/Getty Images)

Savannah Guthrie in late June pleaded with viewers on the “Today” show to come forward with any new information after reports that one of the ransom notes sent to her family declared her mother dead.

“I just want to take the opportunity to ask people, to really to beg people to come forward. Somebody knows something. This is a new story today that is on your radar, but this is the life that my sister lives, I live, my brother lives, our extended families live, our children live every day. We are in agony,” Savannah Guthrie said

Savannah Guthrie Mom Missing

A Pima County sheriffs official stays outside of Nancy Guthrie‘s home on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026 in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ty O’Neil) (Ty ONeil/AP Photo)

“We cannot be at peace no matter how much I try to come out here every day and smile and find that joy, and I will, I promise I will, this is the moment to tell you that we need your help. We’re begging for your help. I’m not going to miss that opportunity. And so please, if you’re watching, no matter how small the reward is there, you can tell us. It can be anonymous. Please do the right thing for us, for our family, for our children. We love our mom. We’ll never stop looking for her, never,” Savannah Guthrie added.

Anyone with information about Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance can call the Pima County Sheriff’s Department at 520-351-4900 or 88-CRIME at 520-882-7463. Digital photos, video or doorbell-camera footage can be submitted through the FBI at fbi.gov/findguthrie.

Dog’s Unplanned High: Cannabis Mishap Leads to Unexpected Mountain Rescue

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Dog’s Unplanned High: Cannabis Mishap Leads to Unexpected Mountain Rescue

LONDON — Among the rugged peaks of Britain’s tallest mountain, Christina Bluhme found herself in an unexpected and alarming predicament with her dogs. One of her canine companions, however, found itself quite a bit higher in spirit, in a way that was far from desirable.

Tokyo, a lively 5-year-old black Labrador retriever, had unfortunately consumed cannabis while on the hiking trail. The effects became evident when she began staggering clumsily, as if intoxicated, before collapsing and being unable to continue walking.

“She had a very bad trip,” Bluhme recounted of the bewildering incident that took place during their hike on July 5. “It was a very terrifying experience.” The unexpected turn of events left her deeply concerned for Tokyo’s well-being as she watched her normally vibrant dog struggle.

Bluhme, a seasoned canine trainer with 25 years of experience, was at a loss. Despite her expertise, she had never anticipated that one of her dogs might become inadvertently stoned.

The emerging issue of pet cannabis toxicity is not isolated to the UK. In the United States, where marijuana’s legal status varies widely, this problem has become more pronounced. In 2023, marijuana and other drugs appeared for the first time on the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ top 10 list of toxins for pets. Reports show an alarming 10% increase in calls to their poison control center regarding possible marijuana ingestion in pets since last year, tripling over the past five years.

With the dog collapsed, Bluhme, her son and two dogs were more than three hours into their climb and near the peak of Ben Nevis, the 4,413-foot (1,345-meter) mountain in the Scottish Highlands. The weather, which had been clear at the start of the day, had turned to rain and the temperature had plunged to 41 F (5 C).

She told her son, Magnus, that their quest to reach the summit was over.

“I said, listen, we’ve got to turn around and get her down,” Bluhme said Monday. “There’s something completely wrong here.”

Her son called for help, but police said they weren’t sure they could send a rescue crew.

Luckily for Bluhme and Tokyo, though, a crew from the all-volunteer Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team was already making their way down from the peak after helping a helicopter airlift an injured hiker. The crew put the 55-pound (25-kilogram) dog in their stretcher and quickly carried her down the steep, slick, rocky trail, making it to the trailhead in about an hour.

“They were almost running,” Bluhme said. “I was clinging on to the stretcher. They were so agile and so fast. It was incredible.”

Police had called Crown Vets in nearby Fort William, and a veterinarian was standing by when Bluhme arrived.

Veterinarians initially thought the animal had a spinal issue, but a senior vet concluded she was on some kind of neurotoxin because she was drifting in and out of consciousness. When they consulted with a poison control center, her symptoms checked all the boxes for cannabis intoxication.

The dog was given activated charcoal and made a full recovery overnight.

After fearing she would lose the beloved dog on the mountain, Bluhme said the $1,335 (£1,000) vet bill was money well spent.

“The next day it was like nothing ever happened,” said Bluhme, who lives in southern England. “She recovered so quickly, and I’m the one still hanging a bit.”

Prince Harry’s Heartfelt Tribute: How He Honors Princess Diana’s Birthday

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Prince Harry’s Heartfelt Tribute: How He Honors Princess Diana’s Birthday

Prince Harry has opened up about the touching tradition he follows to honor the birthday of his late mother, Diana, Princess of Wales.

Prince Harry has revealed how he remembers his late mother Princess Diana on her birthday

Prince Harry disclosed the heartfelt way he commemorates Princess Diana’s birthday

Experiencing the loss of his mother in a tragic car crash in Paris when he was just 12, the Duke of Sussex has now shared that he remembers her each year on July 1 with a special family tradition. Together with his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, they celebrate by enjoying a lemon drizzle cake.

Harry made the revelation while answering questions during an appearance at Scotty’s Summer Festival at Maxstoke Castle in Warwickshire, England on Saturday (11.07.26), saying: “Yes, we do lemon drizzle cake. I think traditions are really, really important. Especially when they’re sweet.”

Harry has previously revealed the death of Diana – who would have turned 65 on July 1 – was a factor in his decision to step away from life as a working member of the royal family and retreat to North America with his family.

Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton: The Unveiling of Their Private Romance

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Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton: The Unveiling of Their Private Romance

It seems the relationship between Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton is speeding ahead smoothly.

After months of speculation among fans circling the internet about their connection, the star of The Kardashians appeared to officially reveal her romance with the race car champion.

On June 1, Kim shared an Instagram post titled “lately,” featuring herself and Lewis cycling along New York City’s West Side Highway. As her followers watched her joyful expressions while navigating the route, they couldn’t help but express their excitement over the duo.

One enthusiastic fan commented, “You and Lewis Hamilton look great together,” while another cleverly merged their names, dubbing the couple “Kimilton.”

The couple seems to be accelerating their relationship. On July 13, Kim shared snapshots of her “summers at the lake with my favorite people,” which included her kids—North, 13, Saint, 10, Chicago, 8, and Psalm, 7—alongside Lewis.

Though Kim and Lewis have yet to cross the finish line in terms of publicly detailing their relationship status, they have been inching towards it. Like when the athlete was asked about seeming happier on and off the track during a Q&A session ahead of the British Grand Prix on July 3, and he credited not only his Ferrari team but also “of course Kim.”

Plus, her sister Khloe Kardashian practically confirmed they’re each other’s co-passengers.

At a family screening of the new Michael Jackson biopic Michael, “it was everyone and their boyfriends,” Khloe shared on the May 20 episode of her podcast Khloe In Wonder Land, name-checking Kourtney Kardashian and her husband Travis Barker, “and then me and my mom [Kris Jenner]. I loved it.”

Ariana Grande Sparks Romance Speculations with Ricky Alvarez Through New Song Lyric Change

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Ariana Grande Sparks Romance Speculations with Ricky Alvarez Through New Song Lyric Change

Ariana Grande has fans buzzing with speculation that she might be reigniting her romance with former flame Ricky Alvarez.

The pop sensation sparked the rumors during a live concert on Monday, where she made a poignant alteration to the lyrics of her hit track “Thank U, Next,” a song known for mentioning several of her past relationships.

In the original version of the 2018 chart-topper, Grande reflects with humor, singing, “Wrote some songs about Ricky / Now I listen and laugh.”

But in her recent performance at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, she surprised fans by changing the line to, “Wrote some songs about Ricky / We always find our way back.”

As captured in a fan-shared clip from the “Eternal Sunshine” tour, the crowd immediately erupted into cheers, reacting to the clear message conveyed in her revised lyrics.

Grande’s rep did not immediately respond to Page Six’s request for comment.

The “Victorious” alum’s cheeky hint comes on the heels of her making headlines for multiple outings with Alvarez — nearly a decade after their breakup.

Page Six obtained photos of the duo, who dated between 2015 and 2016, on a shopping run together over the Fourth of July weekend.

At the time, the former couple were photographed leaving a Whole Foods in Boca Raton, Florida, with grocery bags.

The Grammy winner and her former backup dancer also hung out in June, the same month news broke of the songwriter splitting from boyfriend Ethan Slater.

Photos circulated of the two out to eat in Texas, though a source insisted to TMZ at the time that there “is nothing romantic between Ariana and Ricky this time around.”

But during her Austin concert right around that time, Grande did another “Thank U, Next” lyric tweak, gushing that he has “still got [her] back.”

Alvarez’s reaction was caught on camera, with him proudly shaking a friend’s hand.

The exes have seemingly remained friendly over the years and were spotted together in January 2019.

After their short-lived romance, the singer moved on with Mac Miller, ex-fiancé Pete Davidson, Dalton Gomez — whom she was married to from 2021 to 2024 — and Slater.

On June 8, Page Six confirmed that Grande and her “Wicked” co-star quietly split after three years of dating. An insider told us the former pair broke up “several months” before news broke.

Republican Senator Raises Concerns Over McConnell’s Hospital Photo Authenticity

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Republican Senator Raises Concerns Over McConnell’s Hospital Photo Authenticity

A senior Republican senator has alleged that the photo intended to address concerns over Mitch McConnell’s health is not recent. The image was meant to quash speculation after McConnell’s health became a topic of widespread discussion.

The 84-year-old senator had shared a photo depicting him in a hospital bed, alongside a Sunday newspaper, claiming that a recent fall had resulted in him being ‘briefly unconscious.’ This announcement came after his office remained silent for weeks regarding his hospital visit and subsequent absence from Senate duties.

In the photograph, McConnell is pictured sitting up in a hospital bed with his wife, former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, at his side. He was shown holding the sports section of Sunday’s Washington Post.

However, in a recent interview on Real America’s Voice, Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson suggested that the image might not be current, citing unnamed sources.

“I just heard from some other source that was an older photo, so I really don’t know,” Johnson explained to host Eric Bolling during the broadcast.

‘I haven’t talked to Mitch, um, I sincerely wish his family well. I hope he can recover,’ Johnson added. ‘Listen—it’s sad to watch people age, no matter who that person is.’

The photo has sparked rampant speculation online with thousands of posts scrutinizing the image, including claims that the Sunday paper in McConnell’s hand is doctored.

The Washington Post published an analysis last night which found that the metadata on the photo – the digital footprint coded into the image – shows that it was indeed taken on Sunday.

McConnell sits up in a hospital bed beside his wife, former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, holding the front of Sunday's Washington Post sports section

McConnell sits up in a hospital bed beside his wife, former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, holding the front of Sunday’s Washington Post sports section

Ron Johnson of Wisconsin told Real America's Voice on Monday evening that 'sources' told him the photo of McConnell was old

Ron Johnson of Wisconsin told Real America’s Voice on Monday evening that ‘sources’ told him the photo of McConnell was old

The Washington Post, whose paper is in the senator's hand, published an analysis last night which found that the metadata on the photo - the digital footprint coded into the image - shows that it was indeed taken on Sunday

The Washington Post, whose paper is in the senator’s hand, published an analysis last night which found that the metadata on the photo – the digital footprint coded into the image – shows that it was indeed taken on Sunday

The above photo posted online shows garbled text in the sports section of the paper, suggesting that it was doctored. However, others cautioned that AI has been used to zoom in on the photo, and in attempting to 'upscale' the image it simply generates random text

The above photo posted online shows garbled text in the sports section of the paper, suggesting that it was doctored. However, others cautioned that AI has been used to zoom in on the photo, and in attempting to ‘upscale’ the image it simply generates random text

A column in the Sunday sport page of the Washington Post

And the paper seen in McConnell's Trump hand which users pointed out appears to be consistent

A column in the Sunday sport page of the Washington Post, left, and the paper seen in McConnell’s Trump hand, right, which users pointed out appears to be consistent

An independent digital forensics expert also said that there is no evidence that the image is fake.

Viral posts amplifying claims the McConnell photo was doctored showed a zoomed in picture of the paper in his hand which showed garbled text in the sports section. 

But others cautioned that AI had been used to zoom in on the photo, and in trying to ‘upscale’ the image the technology simply generates random text.

Other zoomed in pictures of the paper show that its layout appears consistent with Sunday’s paper. 

Johnson and McConnell have served together for more than 16 years and often clashed, with Johnson siding with Trump over the former Senate leader. 

Johnson backed off the remarks hours later, posting on X that viewers should ‘beware of clickbait’ and watch the full interview, before wishing McConnell a full recovery. 

McConnell was admitted to a hospital on the morning of June 14 following a medical emergency at his Washington, DC home.

Paramedics responded to a report of an unconscious person believed to have suffered a ‘cardiac arrest,’ with a medic reporting ‘CPR in progress’ at the address.

McConnell claimed that he has been absence from the Senate for weeks because he 'fell' at his Washington DC home

McConnell claimed that he has been absence from the Senate for weeks because he ‘fell’ at his Washington DC home

The senator was not named on the call, and his office has instead claimed that he had a mild case of pneumonia and had not suffered a stroke or a heart attack.

McConnell said his doctors have told him he cannot return to the Senate floor yet, though he said he is still working with his staff on Kentucky business.

McConnell’s statement landed less than 24 hours after the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham, 71, and days after Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, a Democrat, publicly pressed for information on his condition. 

Republican leaders are now short of votes on a floor where the margin was already thin, with Graham gone and McConnell absent. 

No timeline has been given for the Kentucky senator’s return to Capitol Hill. 

Speculation over McConnell’s health intensified after Trump loyalist Laura Loomer claimed an unnamed White House source told her he is ‘brain dead’ and ‘not coming back’ to work. 

DNA from Used Condom Leads to 120-Year Sentence for Man in Kidnapping and Sexual Assault Case

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DNA from Used Condom Leads to 120-Year Sentence for Man in Kidnapping and Sexual Assault Case

An Illinois resident faces a 120-year prison sentence after being convicted of kidnapping a woman from a Starbucks parking lot and then sexually assaulting her at knifepoint.

Timothy Dubois Jr. was convicted on charges of aggravated criminal sexual assault, aggravated kidnapping, and aggravated criminal sexual abuse. These charges were confirmed by the Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office as detailed in a July 9 press release. 

On the morning of November 11, 2022, at approximately 7 a.m., an unnamed victim was waiting in her car at the Collinsville coffee shop. Dubois Jr., disguised and armed with a large serrated knife, forcefully entered her vehicle, according to a search warrant obtained by Oxygen. 

He commanded her to drive to a residential location in Troy, where he wielded the knife and coerced her into undressing, subsequently assaulting her, as specified in the warrant. 

Dubois Jr. then returned the victim to a parking lot at Wendy’s in Collinsville, covered her head with a coat, and instructed her to count to 100 before escaping. 

The woman later told authorities, per the warrant, that Dubois Jr. said he had been watching her before entering her car. 

Authorities tracked the woman’s location through her cellphone and Apple Watch to a residential driveway in Troy, where they found a used condom containing her DNA as well as that of an unknown male, prosecutors said. 

While the DNA didn’t match anyone in a police database, genetic genealogy led investigators to Dubois Jr. through his relatives, marking the first time the method was used in a Madison County prosecution.  

Dubois Jr. was arrested on March 6, 2023, and held without bond, according to court documents obtained by Oxygen. 

Later, Dubois Jr. told prosecutors that his victim “could’ve been anyone” and that he only selected her because she was alone, according to KSDK. 

During his trial earlier this year, the victim said she feared for her life. Jurors also listened to a recorded confession during which Dubois Jr. said he chose Starbucks because “that’s where all the women go,” according to Fox 2.  

The victim testified that Dubois Jr. told her he “deserved to have” her on Veteran’s Day—when the attack occurred—because he was a veteran.  

In fact, the defense argued that Dubois Jr. deserved a lighter sentence due to him serving his country, according to Fox 2.  

Before the judge read his fate, Dubois Jr. stared into the courtroom camera, according to Fox 2. Afterward, when the judge asked Dubois Jr. if he had any remarks to share, he said, “no.”  

He will remain in prison for a minimum of 68 years before he is eligible for release, prosecutors said.  

Collinsville Police Chief Brett Boerm later said the victim “endured an unimaginable ordeal.”  

“While no sentence can erase the trauma that was inflicted,” he said in the release, “we hope this outcome provides some sense of closure and reassurance that the person responsible has been held accountable.”

Astronomers Uncover Sugar Molecules Hidden Amongst the Stars

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Astronomers Uncover Sugar Molecules Hidden Amongst the Stars

NEW YORK (AP) — The cosmos has just become a tad sweeter.

Scientists have unearthed a type of sugar floating in space, which is also found in raspberries and used in self-tanning lotions. Known as erythrulose, this sugar resides within the interstellar medium—these are sparse clouds of gas and dust scattered among the stars.

Sugars, beyond adding flavor to our desserts and drinks, play a crucial role in fueling our cells and constructing DNA. Understanding how these sugars originate is essential for scientists since they are fundamental building blocks for life.

This Dec. 2023 photo provided by Pablo de Vicente shows a radio telescope at Yebes Observatory in Yebes, Spain. (Pablo de Vicente via AP)

This Dec. 2023 photo provided by Pablo de Vicente shows a radio telescope at Yebes Observatory in Yebes, Spain. (Pablo de Vicente via AP)

Employing two dish-shaped radio telescopes located in Spain, scientists gathered information from a massive gas cloud situated near our galaxy’s heart, the Milky Way. To pinpoint the sugar in its gaseous state, they compared the telescope data with laboratory samples. This marks the latest detection of space-bound sugars in an area explored by NASA’s twin Voyager spacecraft, which have ventured farther from Earth than any other probes.

The findings were published on Monday in the journal Nature Astronomy.

Scientists have found interesting chemistry in our galaxy, including building blocks for genetic material and parts of the cell. They spotted a cousin to table sugar near the center of the Milky Way about 25 years ago, and black grains from asteroid Bennu retrieved by NASA’s Osiris-Rex spacecraft yielded other sugars, including a key DNA ingredient.

The latest sugar isn’t essential for life, but can easily convert to a form that’s thought to be crucial to kick-starting life on Earth. And it’s one of the most complex sugars spotted so far, said astrophysicist Erika Hamden with the University of Arizona.

It’s “a pristine example of the stuff that’s just floating out in the galaxy,” said Hamden, who had no role in the new research.

These interstellar investigations are all about understanding how life got started. Did faraway comets or space rocks deliver the essential ingredients to us? Or were the essential components already here that eventually gave rise to our solar system?

The new sugar lends evidence to the latter theory. Researchers want to look for more sugars in space and learn about how they convert to different forms.

Finding them in one spot means they’re likely also hiding in distant corners of the galaxy along with other important bits, said study author Izaskun Jiménez-Serra, an astrophysicist at the Center for Astrobiology in Spain.

“The key ingredients for the origin of life could be present in other regions across the galaxy, opening the possibility for life to develop elsewhere in the universe,” Jiménez-Serra said.

Vick Hope Joyfully Announces First Pregnancy with Calvin Harris and Shares Heartwarming Baby Bump Photos Live On Air

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Vick Hope Joyfully Announces First Pregnancy with Calvin Harris and Shares Heartwarming Baby Bump Photos Live On Air

Vick Hope has joyfully revealed on her BBC Radio 1 drivetime program that she and husband Calvin Harris are expecting their first child together. She also delighted fans by posting adorable photos highlighting her baby bump.

The 35-year-old radio personality, who tied the knot with her DJ partner in Ibiza during 2023, disclosed that this will be her final week hosting the show as she prepares to take maternity leave.

Amid a chat with her co-anchor Jamie Laing on Monday, she announced to her audience: ‘I should probably also say this is my final week before I go on maternity leave.’

In response, Jamie remarked: ‘You’re an amazing friend, an amazing person, and you’re just going to be an amazing mum.’ To which she warmly responded: ‘Oh, thank you.’

Vick has been photographed proudly displaying her growing baby bump in recent weeks. The latest sighting was last Thursday as she entered the studio, though she had not given an official announcement until now.

Also on Monday she shared the first snaps of her bump as she enjoyed time at her and Calvin’s home in Ibiza.

Vick Hope has announced she is expecting her first child with her husband Calvin Harris live on her BBC Radio 1 drivetime show (pictured together in March 2025)

Vick Hope has announced she is expecting her first child with her husband Calvin Harris live on her BBC Radio 1 drivetime show (pictured together in March 2025)

She also shared the first snaps of her bump on Monday as she posted snaps from Ibiza

She also shared the first snaps of her bump on Monday as she posted snaps from Ibiza 

During a conversation with her co-host Jamie Laing on Monday, she told listeners: 'I should probably also say this is my final week before I go on maternity leave'

During a conversation with her co-host Jamie Laing on Monday, she told listeners: ‘I should probably also say this is my final week before I go on maternity leave’

She looked radiant in a bikini as she showed off her changing shape while in another she wore a stylish green dress and looked down at her bump.

Vick penned in the caption of the post: ‘Touching grass lately: Friends, family, farmyard animals.’ 

Vick and Harris, 41, have faced mounting rumours she’s pregnant with their first child.

Speculation reached fever pitch when Vick shared a series of pictures from a ‘baby shower-themed’ country getaway with close friends on Instagram.

After facing rumours online that she is pregnant and being congratulated by celebrity pals, Vick shared a series of social media posts during a sun-soaked getaway with her nearest and dearest as they played baby shower game called, ‘my water broke’.

She shared a picture of six baby dolls scattered on a table in one snap teasing the popular baby shower game. 

The game involves taking an ice cube with a toy baby frozen inside. The first person to melt the ice and recover the baby shouts ‘my water broke’ – and wins.

In another photo, Vick beamed as she enjoyed a relaxing outdoor balcony sunset dinner with 11 of her close friends. 

Making the most of the country sun-filled trip, the presenter and her friends also enjoyed a cool dip in the huge outdoor swimming pool. 

The radio star also shared a sexy shirtless snap of her hunky husband as he held up a cockerel, she wrote: ‘Meet Smoky King Cock’.

Earlier this month, Vick shared an insight into her marriage and a series of bump snaps as she was spotted out and about in tummy-hugging outfits.

Fans and her celebrity pals have also commented on her social media with congratulatory messages on her baby news.

Also on Monday she shared the first snaps of her bump as she enjoyed time at her and Calvin's home in Ibiza

Also on Monday she shared the first snaps of her bump as she enjoyed time at her and Calvin’s home in Ibiza

She looked radiant in a bikini as she showed off her changing shape while in another she wore a stylish green dress and looked down at her bump

She looked radiant in a bikini as she showed off her changing shape while in another she wore a stylish green dress and looked down at her bump

Vick penned in the caption of the post: 'Touching grass lately: Friends, family, farmyard animals'

Vick penned in the caption of the post: ‘Touching grass lately: Friends, family, farmyard animals’

She enjoyed playing some sports with her pals too

She enjoyed playing some sports with her pals too

It comes soon after Vick shared a series of pictures from a 'baby shower-themed' country getaway with close friends on Instagram

It comes soon after Vick shared a series of pictures from a ‘baby shower-themed’ country getaway with close friends on Instagram

The BBC Radio 1 presenter shared a social media posts as she played baby shower game, 'my water broke' with her nearest and dearest

The BBC Radio 1 presenter shared a social media posts as she played baby shower game, ‘my water broke’ with her nearest and dearest

Making the most of the country sun-filled trip, the presenter and her friends also enjoyed a cool dip in the huge swimming pool

Making the most of the country sun-filled trip, the presenter and her friends also enjoyed a cool dip in the huge swimming pool

Vick has opened up about her relationship with Harris, telling The Standard their favourite kind of date.

She said: ‘Is it extremely @real_housewives_of_clapton to say a little London Fields picnic? 

‘A walk by the canal and through Broadway Market, settle down on the grass for a couple of refreshing canned cocktails.’

Vick shared several images to Instagram from her recent work highlights, with several showing her ‘bump’ on Wednesday.

Her famous friends and fans rushed to the comment section to congratulate Vick and Calvin.

Lisa Snowdon wrote: ‘Congratulations darling. So happy for you both,’ while Laura Whitmore commented: ‘She got the glow!’

Elizabeth Day said: ‘Vick congratulations. You look RADIANT AF’, and Dr Ranj added: ‘Congrats!!!!’

Other fan comments included: ‘Omg are we going to talk about you expecting! Huge congrats!’

‘Congratulations to you and Calvin. Fabulous news. Exciting times ahead,’; ‘Knew she was pregnant at the Brits!’

During a new BBC Radio 1 interview with actress Florence Pugh, the presenter supported a bump as she sat in a cream bodycon dress. 

The BBC Radio 1 presenter and her DJ husband Calvin Harris , 41, have faced mounting rumours she's pregnant with their first child in recent months

The BBC Radio 1 presenter and her DJ husband Calvin Harris , 41, have faced mounting rumours she’s pregnant with their first child in recent months

Earlier this month, Vick shared a rare insight into her marriage with Calvin, 41 (pictured together in March)

Earlier this month, Vick shared a rare insight into her marriage with Calvin, 41 (pictured together in March)

Next to her co-host Jamie Laing, Vic gently stroked her stomach throughout the interview, also proudly showing off her dazzling engagement and wedding ring.

The recorded interview hasn’t yet been published on Radio 1, Vick or Jamie’s Instagram pages. However, it was posted to YouTube on Monday night.

Vick and Calvin previously sparked pregnancy rumours after the Grammy Awards back in 2024.

The speculation started after the presenter posted a photo from the awards event where she was seen gently placing her hand on her stomach.

However, Radio 1 presenter Vick quickly put an end to the rumours on Instagram. 

She responded to a fan who urged others to stop commenting on women’s bodies, saying: ‘Yep, just placing my hand on my tummy! I think I was smoothing my dress or checking my post-brekkie bloat or something but thank you all for all the lovely messages.’ 

Vick and Calvin, real name is Adam Richard Wiles, celebrated their first wedding anniversary late last year, after tying the knot in a lavish Ibiza Glastonbury-themed wedding in September 2023.

Vick sparked rumours she is pregnant after appearing to cradle a bump while filming for a press junket

Vick sparked rumours she is pregnant after appearing to cradle a bump while filming for a press junket

After Vick shared several images to Instagram from her recent work highlights showing her 'bump', her famous friends rushed to the comment section to congratulate the couple

After Vick shared several images to Instagram from her recent work highlights showing her ‘bump’, her famous friends rushed to the comment section to congratulate the couple

One penned: 'Omg are we going to talk about you expecting! Huge congrats!'

One penned: ‘Omg are we going to talk about you expecting! Huge congrats!’

After their wedding, they jetted off to Brindisi in Italy on a £25million private jet for their romantic honeymoon.

Previously, Vick revealed their love story actually goes all the way back to the mid-Noughties.

Vick shared that when she was 19 she rejected a 24-year-old Harris’s advances when he was riding on the high of his hit Acceptable In The 80s.

She told You Magazine: ‘It’s something that we laughed about on our first proper date. We still laugh about it now.’

While Calvin went on to become one of the world’s highest producers, racking up an estimated £200million fortune, Vick previously admitted she was ‘shallow’ and had no idea he would turn into ‘an Adonis’.

Talking about her engagement to Calvin, Vick confessed she kept the details of her engagement private noting it was a ‘very special moment’ and that ‘it was… perfect’.

She added: ‘We don’t really put anything on social media because the time we have together is ‘real life’ and it’s our own.

‘For the first time in a long time, I’m finishing work and going home to a life that is just mine. I’m learning to find balance and peace.’

Vick Hope’s and Calvin Harris’s representatives were contacted for comment.

Definitive Ranking of All Back to the Future Movies: A Nostalgic Journey

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Definitive Ranking of All Back to the Future Movies: A Nostalgic Journey

Doc Brown and Marty McFly witnessing time travel in Back to the Future (1985)

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“It don’t take money/don’t take fame/don’t need no credit card to ride this train,” goes the catchy tune from Huey Lewis and the News, setting the stage for “The Power of Love” in the original “Back to the Future.” This isn’t just about the thrill of romance. These lyrics capture the magic of the film in a broader sense, highlighting that the appeal of “Back to the Future” isn’t confined to flashy effects or a steep learning curve. Anyone can immerse themselves in the delightful journey of Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox), a teen from 1985, who finds himself transported back to 1955 thanks to a time-traveling car crafted by his eccentric friend, Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd).

The immense success during its initial release ensured that “Back to the Future” wouldn’t simply be a standalone. Hollywood fashion dictated the expansion of its narrative, securing two additional sequels and crafting an entire timeline. While these follow-ups stemmed from one of the most iconic mainstream films of the ’80s, the adventures of Marty McFly didn’t consistently hit the same mark. Sorting the “Back to the Future” films from least to most favorable underscores the reality that even director Robert Zemeckis and his team couldn’t perpetually capture that initial magic.

Yet, these rankings also serve to illuminate the artistic heights of the trilogy, especially the profound triumphs of the first installment. Let “the power of love” be your guide as we delve into the “Back to the Future” saga, mapping out the peaks and valleys of this storied franchise.

3. Back to the Future: Part II

Marty McFly clutching a hover-board in Back to the Future: Part II (1989)

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“Back to the Future: Part II” doesn’t destroy the franchise or undo the happy ending of its precursor, but it does suffer from several creative missteps that mar many subpar sequels. The film overly indulges in revisiting the scenes of its predecessor, particularly in the third act, where characters navigate the backdrop of familiar places from the original. This excessive déjà vu, coupled with uninspiring new content from director Robert Zemeckis and his collaborators, leaves much to be desired.

An example of these shortcomings is the overuse of various versions of Biff (Thomas F. Wilson) as antagonists, which exemplifies the misjudged philosophy that more is better. This sequel confuses abundance with excellence, leading to a diluted experience. Even the futuristic segments set in 2015, replete with quirky costumes and sets, feel like lukewarm echoes of the 1955 adventures. Despite the valiant efforts of actors like Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd to breathe life into the film, the material leaves them floundering.

“Back to the Future: Part II” is ultimately too exhausting and derivative for its own good. There are worse sequels out there, but also far better follow-ups to spend time on.

2. Back to the Future: Part III

Doc Brown and Marty McFly looking around urgently in the old West in Back to the Future: Part III (1990)

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Like “Jurassic Park,” “Back to the Future” is one of those lucrative movies that just didn’t need a sequel, its plot and artistic joys perfect for a one-off experience. That’s especially true given how “Back to the Future” was followed up by a pair of sequels shot back-to-back that essentially function as one lengthy motion picture. Even given these realities, “Back to the Future: Part III” is an amusing and endearing creation. Disposable? Probably. However, drawing on the cultural legacy of the best Western movies of all time imbues “Back to the Future: Part III” with significantly more energy than its direct predecessor.

Plopping Marty McFly and Doc Brown into an age of High Noon showdowns and tumbleweeds offers up something distinctly different compared to the first two. Exciting set pieces involving a locomotive are also extremely well realized in the hands of Zemeckis. There’s even some fun romantic chemistry between Christopher Lloyd’s Brown and Mary Steenburgen’s Clara Clayton. Delivering a concrete ending to this trilogy also leaves the experience more satisfying.

Sequels to “Back to the Future” were always going to feel a bit like hollow encores. Even with that reality and such shortcomings like too many key elements echoing the original, at least “Part III” rounds up more specificity and fun than “Part II.”

1. Back to the Future

Marty McFly and his mom interacting in Back to the Future (1985)

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While its sequels are full of creative caveats and glaring shortcomings, the original “Back to the Future” is a spellbinding creation whose potency hasn’t been diluted in the decades since its release. This project put director Robert Zemeckis on the map and is so much darn fun, right from its very first sequence set to the jaunty tune “The Power of Love.” From there, “Back to the Future” keeps on delivering a steady stream of witty jokes, creative obstacles, and memorable images (such as the entirety of the clock tower finale). This enterprise is lively on its feet, conjuring increasingly exciting ways to execute its basic concept of a 1980s teenager ending up back in 1955.

Best of all, “Back to the Future” is a richly human production whose endearing qualities emanate from its engaging performances. Michael J. Fox is the perfect everyman to anchor this high-concept story. Fox constantly exudes a believable underdog aura to Marty McFly that makes it extra exciting to watch him navigate time travel shenanigans. Meanwhile, Christopher Lloyd is kooky fun playing both versions of Doc Brown. The conviction, sincerity, and artistry underpinning these essential performances is mirrored by Alan Silvestri’s consistently transportive score.

Decades after its release, many consider “Back to the Future” to be the best sci-fi movie of all time, and it’s not hard to see why. All the stars aligned for a movie that continues to dazzle.
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