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Navy Commander Dismisses Ongoing USS Lincoln Concerns as Outdated

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Recent concerns regarding conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier have been described as ‘old news’ by a US Navy admiral following a visit to the vessel.

The USS Abraham Lincoln, initially set to conclude its deployment in May after embarking on November 21, has seen its mission extended without a set return date due to rising tensions with Iran. This extension has kept over 4,000 sailors at sea for close to nine months.

In recent weeks, family members of those stationed on the carrier have shared their worries with the media, saying their loved ones are experiencing extreme fatigue, with some reportedly considering jumping overboard.

On August 3, an incident involved a sailor from the carrier’s air wing entering rough seas wearing a life vest, an action the Navy classified as a mental health crisis, CNN reported. He was swiftly rescued within an hour by a search and rescue helicopter.

According to interviews published by the Military Times, two wives recounted separate incidents of their husbands attempting to leap from the ship, highlighting the stress of the prolonged deployment.

But US Central Command (CENTCOM) commander Admiral Brad Cooper visited the USS Abraham Lincoln on Saturday – and subsequently said many of the complaints swirling in the media are ‘old news.’

In an op-ed published by the Wall Street Journal on Sunday, the admiral said: ‘Recent media reporting has portrayed varying perspectives on operational tempo, crew morale and the realities facing our deployed forces. 

What I found aboard the Lincoln is that many elements of those stories are old news.’

Cooper also released a statement brushing off fears of widespread suicidal ideation alleged to be experienced among those aboard the aircraft carrier.

In the statement, posted to CENTCOM’s X account on Sunday, Cooper said: ‘Of the US Navy’s 11 active aircraft carriers, the Lincoln currently has among the lowest number of cases related to mental health.’ 

At an emotional town hall meeting earlier this month, more than 200 family members of sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln met with acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao to express their concerns. 

A spouse tearfully told officials she received a message that same day from her husband saying ‘he hopes he doesn’t wake up tomorrow,’ Stars and Stripes reported.

A mother also described how her daughter said she felt like she was never going to be able to come home and believed she was going to die on the ship, according to MS Now.

Relatives also expressed concerns over food levels on board after pictures emerged appearing to show meagre provisions, and some reports claimed there was mildew in the showers and a lack of clean water, which officials said had been resolved.

One parent with a child on the Lincoln said they received a photo from mid-April that showed a tray with boiled carrots, a scoop of ground beef and a gray slice of dry-looking meat.

Relatives of service members aboard the aircraft carrier met with acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao (pictured) earlier this month and expressed their concerns

Relatives of service members aboard the aircraft carrier met with acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao (pictured) earlier this month and expressed their concerns 

Relatives expressed concern about food aboard the ship. One parent with a child on the Lincoln received this photo from mid-April showing a sad-looking plate of food

Relatives expressed concern about food aboard the ship. One parent with a child on the Lincoln received this photo from mid-April showing a sad-looking plate of food 

Congressional Democrats demanded answers last week about the conditions onboard the aircraft carrier.

In a letter to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Senator Richard Blumenthal said the USS Abraham Lincoln ‘has been deployed more than 250 days’ without coming ashore ‘in over 200 days, setting a record for consecutive days at sea.’

Blumenthal voiced concern for such extended deployments, noting ‘widespread reports of shortages of basic supplies, water contamination, plumbing issues, deteriorating mental health, deck safety concerns’ and other problems aboard the Lincoln.

Amid the outcry, reporters asked Donald Trump whether the deployment had simply gone on too long, to which the president shot back: ‘No. Not nearly long enough.’

Still, Cooper was sent to visit the ship, and CENTCOM announced on Sunday that the USS Abraham Lincoln’s deployment is ending. 

The admiral mentioned the development in the first paragraph of his op-ed, in which he said: ‘I delivered the words every deployed sailor and Marine longs to hear: “You have delivered a performance for the ages, and now you are going home.”’

Cooper praised the service members aboard the aircraft carrier as ‘high-achieving Americans standing tall with justified pride in everything they have accomplished.’ 

He acknowledged that ‘The crew is tired,’ but also emphasized ‘they continue to fire on all cylinders.’ 

Amid the outcry from relatives of sailors and Congressional Democrats, President Donald Trump said the aircraft carrier had not been deployed 'nearly long enough'

Amid the outcry from relatives of sailors and Congressional Democrats, President Donald Trump said the aircraft carrier had not been deployed ‘nearly long enough’ 

The admiral also gave a rundown of the aircraft carrier’s accomplishments during its deployment, which included shooting down more than 200 Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) drones, executing hundreds of strikes on IRGC targets and twice enacting ‘the most effective naval blockade in modern history.’ 

He also thanked the families of the sailors aboard the ship and said: ‘Your strength makes their service possible, and your wait is coming to an end. Godspeed and enjoy the well-deserved reunion soon.’

As the USS Abraham Lincoln prepares for its journey home, another aircraft carrier, USS George Washington, has departed the Pacific to take its place. 

Influencer Santos Salazar Arrest Faces Attempted Murder Charges Amid New Parenthood with Brianna Olsen

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The father of social media influencer Brianna Olsen’s child has been taken into custody.

Santos Salazar, arrested on August 13, is now facing attempted murder charges following what Los Angeles police describe as a “domestic violence incident,” according to People.

Salazar, 21, who recently celebrated the birth of his son, Sunday Ray, with Olsen, remains in custody with bail set at $1 million, as indicated by jail records examined by Oxygen.

Authorities noted to TMZ that officers responded to the couple’s residence around 9:40 p.m. on August 13.

An LAPD spokesperson, seeking to maintain the investigation’s integrity, refrained from sharing further details with People, as the case remains under active investigation.

Oxygen reached out to police, but did not receive an immediate reply.

Olsen spoke to TMZ on her way to visit Salazar at the jail, telling the outlet they’d recently secured attorney Nicholas Rosenberg.

“Nobody knows the details yet,” she said of the allegations. “We’re trying to just keep most things private about the case until obviously there’s no choice left.”

She added that Salazar is scheduled to be arraigned on Aug. 17. Due to the large bond, she said she was unable to bail him out.

“We think the charge is too harsh for the situation,” she added, while holding Sunday Ray in a baby carrier on her chest. “I think when everyone hears like what actually happened, like, they wouldn’t agree that it would be attempted murder.”

Olsen admitted that the arrest has also been difficult for her as a new mom.

“I’m exhausted. I don’t think I’ve ever been as tired in my life,” she told TMZ. “I’ve been doing everything by myself. Obviously, we weren’t expecting this.”

Oxygen reached out to Rosenberg for additional comment, but did not receive a reply.

Olsen and Salazar have amassed a large social media following on platforms including Snapchat and TikTok as they document their lives together, including sharing images and videos from the hospital after Sunday’s birth.

Olsen also seemingly posted a video on Snapchat of Salazar getting arrested, sharing a video of a man in handcuffs walking out of a residence, per People.

She wrote, “I’m so sorry, guys….”

In another message she said she was hopeful Salazar would be coming home soon.

Rejuvenate Leg Muscles in 12 Minutes: Chair Routine for Over 60s

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Losing leg strength as you age? Discover a 12-minute chair-based routine designed to boost your leg power, particularly crucial after 60.

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After the age of 60, maintaining strong legs becomes vital due to the essential role the lower body plays in everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, standing up from a chair, and transporting groceries. Strong muscles in the hips, thighs, and legs are pivotal for balance and mobility. As a fitness trainer, I’ve observed many older adults invest excessive hours in the gym trying to regain muscle strength. However, a straightforward chair routine can offer an effective and simpler starting point. It continuously encourages leg activity while delivering support that enhances confidence during training.

Muscle diminishing doesn’t materialize overnight, nor does it require gruelling workouts to reverse. The muscles respond to steady, controlled resistance, repetitive motions, and gradually increased challenges. Chair exercises are ideal because they focus on engaging muscles without the anxiety of managing complex equipment or unstable postures. The trick is to slow down each repetition, utilize your complete range of comfortable motion, and maintain sufficient tension to engage the muscles.

I’ve guided adults over 60 for many years, and some of my most robust clients initiated their strength-building journey with chair-side exercises. This compact 12-minute session effectively targets the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, calves, and hip muscles, while also bolstering balance and functional mobility. There’s no need for a gym membership or intricate machine setups. Dedicate two minutes to each of these six exercises and you’ll cultivate a compact yet impactful lower-body workout that seamlessly fits into your day.

Minutes 1-2: Seated Leg Extensions

I like beginning with seated leg extensions because they immediately wake up the quadriceps without placing your full body weight through the knees. Strong quadriceps help you stand from chairs, climb stairs, and control your body while walking downhill. The chair also gives you a stable base, allowing you to concentrate entirely on contracting the front of your thighs. I encourage clients to pause briefly at the top instead of simply kicking their legs outward. That small pause creates more muscular tension and makes two minutes surprisingly challenging.

How to Do It

  • Sit tall near the front of a sturdy chair.
  • Keep both feet flat on the floor.
  • Extend one leg until it becomes nearly straight.
  • Pause and squeeze the thigh.
  • Lower the foot slowly.
  • Alternate legs continuously.
  • Continue for 2 minutes.

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Minutes 3-4: Chair Sit-to-Stands

Once your quadriceps are warm, it’s time to challenge the entire lower body. Sit-to-stands recruit the quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, and core while practicing one of the most important movements you’ll perform every day. I often use this exercise as a basic strength assessment because it quickly reveals how well the legs generate force. Don’t rush the movement. Lower yourself slowly and drive through your feet to stand, making every repetition count.

How to Do It

  • Sit near the front of a sturdy chair.
  • Place your feet about shoulder-width apart.
  • Lean your torso forward slightly.
  • Press through your feet to stand.
  • Lower yourself slowly until you touch the chair.
  • Repeat for 2 minutes.
  • Use your hands for assistance if necessary.

Minutes 5-6: Seated Hamstring Curls

Strong hamstrings balance the strength of your quadriceps and help stabilize the knees and hips. Seated hamstring curls provide a simple way to train the back of your thighs while keeping you supported by the chair. I like this movement because many older adults focus heavily on the front of their legs and overlook the muscles responsible for pulling the heel backward. Strengthening both sides of the thighs creates a more balanced lower body and improves your ability to walk, climb, and recover your footing.

How to Do It

  • Sit tall with both feet flat.
  • Extend one leg slightly forward.
  • Keep the heel lightly touching the floor.
  • Drag the heel backward toward the chair.
  • Squeeze the back of the thigh.
  • Return slowly.
  • Alternate legs for 2 minutes.

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Minutes 7-8: Seated Calf Raises

Your calves play a much bigger role in everyday movement than most people realize. Every step requires the calf muscles to help push your body forward and stabilize the ankle as your foot meets the ground. Seated calf raises provide a joint-friendly way to strengthen those muscles while allowing you to control the tempo. I recommend lifting slowly and lowering even more slowly because the lowering phase gives your calves an additional strength challenge. Better calf strength also supports walking endurance and balance.

How to Do It

  • Sit tall with your feet flat on the floor.
  • Keep your knees bent at about 90 degrees.
  • Press through the balls of your feet.
  • Lift both heels as high as comfortable.
  • Pause briefly at the top.
  • Lower your heels slowly.
  • Continue for 2 minutes.

Jonas Brothers Reveal Massive 45-City Tour: Check Out All the Concert Dates Here

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Tickets for the Jonas Brothers’ highly anticipated tour will be available to the general public starting Friday, Aug. 21 at 10 a.m. local time.

The trio is embarking on an extensive 45-city journey dubbed the “Burning Up Tour All Over Again,” gathering excitement across the country. This announcement promises fans an unforgettable musical experience.

Before embarking on this thrilling tour, Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas will treat fans to a series of three sold-out performances at the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York from Aug. 20-22. The tour’s official commencement is set for Friday, Sept. 25 at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts, and it will wrap up on Monday, Dec. 21 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.

Reflecting on their previous tour’s success, the Jonas Brothers expressed their deep connection to their music and its impact on their dedicated fanbase. “Our last tour reminded us just how much this music means to us and to the fans who’ve been with us from the start,” said the band in a heartfelt statement. The overwhelming response to their Madison Square Garden shows inspired them to extend their tour across various cities, allowing them to relive the exhilarating experience with fans across the nation.

The tour promises to deliver an exciting lineup of opening acts featuring Magnus Ferrell, Franklin Jonas, All Time Low, and Deleasa, ensuring a diverse musical treat at each stop.

Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, Aug. 21 at 10 a.m. local time. Click here for information about presale opportunities.

The Jonas Brothers have had seven songs reach the Top 10 of the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and Pop Airplay charts, including “Burnin’ Up,” “Sucker” and “Leave Before You Love Me.”

The tour announcement comes shortly after the Jonas Brothers were announced as the halftime performers for the NFL’s first-ever regular-season game in Australia.

The trio also had supporting roles in “Camp Rock 3,” which premiered on Disney Channel Aug. 13 before making its streaming debut on Disney+ Aug. 14.

Burning Up Tour All Over Again concert dates

  • Aug. 20-22: New York, New York
  • Sept. 25: Boston, Massachusetts
  • Sept. 26: Manchester, New Hampshire
  • Sept. 28: Toronto, Ontario
  • Sept. 30: Washington, D.C.
  • Oct. 1: Raleigh, North Carolina
  • Oct. 2: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Oct. 5: Miami, Florida
  • Oct. 6: Orlando, Florida
  • Oct. 8: Atlanta, Georgia
  • Oct. 9: Birmingham, Alabama
  • Oct. 11: Tampa, Florida
  • Oct. 13: Charlotte, North Carolina
  • Oct. 15: Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Oct. 16: Columbus, Ohio
  • Oct. 17: Lexington, Kentucky
  • Oct. 19: Cleveland, Ohio
  • Oct. 20: Buffalo, New York
  • Oct. 22: Rosemont, Illinois
  • Oct. 25: Detroit, Michigan
  • Oct. 26: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • Nov. 1: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • Nov. 2: St. Paul, Minnesota
  • Nov. 3: Kansas City, Missouri
  • Nov. 5: Nashville, Tennessee
  • Nov. 9: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
  • Nov. 10: Dallas, Texas
  • Nov. 13: Austin, Texas
  • Nov. 14: San Antonio, Texas
  • Nov. 17: Palm Desert, California
  • Nov. 18: Los Angeles, California
  • Nov. 21: San Francisco, California
  • Nov. 22: Sacramento, California
  • Nov. 27: Glendale, Arizona
  • Nov. 28: Las Vegas, Nevada
  • Nov. 30: San Diego, California
  • Dec. 2: Anaheim, California
  • Dec. 5: Seattle, Washington
  • Dec. 7: Salt Lake City, Utah
  • Dec. 9: Denver, Colorado
  • Dec. 10: Lincoln, Nebraska
  • Dec. 12: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
  • Dec. 15: Grand Rapids, Michigan
  • Dec. 19: Belmont Park, New York
  • Dec. 21: Newark, New Jersey

Global Icon Bonnie Tyler Honored at Emotional Welsh Farewell

SWANSEA – A sea of fans gathered outside a church in Wales on Monday to bid farewell to the iconic singer Bonnie Tyler, whose husky voice captured hearts around the globe.

As her rose-adorned coffin was solemnly carried into Swansea Minster, the emotional strains of Tyler’s “If I Sing You A Love Song” filled the air during the private funeral service, which was shared with fans via a screen outside. Her poignant hit “It’s a Heartache” accompanied the procession as the coffin was placed reverently at the altar.

In one moving tribute, her manager, Matthew Davis, reflected on Tyler’s life, stating, “Bonnie was always a star but never a diva. She remained true to her roots and origins. The incredible global love shown since her sudden and unexpected death would have truly touched her heart.”

Tyler, who gained international fame with her 1983 smash hit “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” passed away last month at the age of 75 while in a hospital in Portugal. She had undergone emergency intestinal surgery in May in Faro, where she owned a residence.

Just under a week before her final farewell, her iconic track served as a fitting soundtrack to celebrations that accompanied a total eclipse, which darkened skies over parts of Europe.

Crowds lined the streets Saturday in her seaside Welsh village of Mumbles as a hearse carried her coffin, draped in a Welsh flag, home.

Kathleen Davies, who joined the crowd outside the church, said she was starstruck when she first saw Tyler but later came to learn she was down to earth.

“She’s Welsh through and through,” Davies said. “Everything about her, she’s natural, there’s no fake stuff. When you see her on the interviews, she’s just who she is.”

Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins, a coal miner’s daughter in public housing with an outside toilet in Skewen, Wales, about 7 miles (11 kilometers) outside Swansea. She grew up with three sisters and two brothers.

Canon Justin Davies said in a eulogy written by her family that she first performed in a contest at a rugby club in the late 1960s, singing ”Those Were The Days,” made famous by Mary Hopkin.

“She came in second and won just one pound, but was hooked,” Davies said. “The rest, as they say, was history.”

Tyler went on to earn three Grammy nods and in 2013 represented Britain at the Eurovision Song Contest, where she came in 19th. She was honored as a Member of the Order of the British Empire in 2022 for her services to music by Queen Elizabeth II, thanks mainly to “Total Eclipse of the Heart.”

The ballad shot to the top of the charts in Britain and the United States and has had more than 1 billion streams, boosted by real eclipses in 2017, 2024 and most recently during last week’s solar eclipse.

She was also known for “Holding Out For a Hero,” from the soundtrack of the film “Footloose.”

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Melley reported from London.

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Teen Killed by Speeding Women in Audi, Mercedes Collision

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Inset: Julia Henderson (Mecklenburg County Jail) and Alex Jaden Rodriguez (Whitley’s Funeral Home). Background: North Carolina state troopers investigate after two women allegedly racing crashed into Alex’s motorcycle, tragically taking his life (WSOC).

In North Carolina, authorities have detained two women accused of recklessly speeding down a highway at astonishing speeds of over 132 mph. These drivers, one piloting an Audi and the other a Mercedes, were allegedly racing side by side when they violently collided with a motorcycle, resulting in the tragic death of a teenage rider.

Julia Henderson, aged 22, and Estrella Gutierrez-Perez, 21, now face serious charges, including second-degree murder and engaging in a spontaneous speed contest, following the unfortunate demise of 17-year-old Alex Jaden Rodriguez.

The dramatic incident unfolded late in the evening on July 25, around 7:30 p.m., as detailed in probable cause arrest affidavits. Witnesses and law enforcement reported that Henderson, behind the wheel of her Audi, reached blistering speeds of 132 mph, while Gutierrez-Perez was racing close behind in her Mercedes at speeds exceeding 120 mph. This high-stakes race took place on the southbound lanes of Interstate 85, close to the city of Charlotte.

In stark contrast, the legal speed limit on this stretch of highway is 60 mph.

The two vehicles collided with Alex, ejecting him from the motorcycle, per cops. Gutierrez-Perez’s Mercedes overturned and ended up on its roof. The motorcycle was pinned under the Audi, according to troopers with North Carolina Highway Patrol.

Troopers said Alex was going the speed limit. He was pronounced dead at the scene. A driver in a fourth vehicle involved in the crash suffered minor injuries.

Henderson was arrested on Thursday and is at the Mecklenburg County Jail without bond. Gutierrez-Perez was arrested Sunday evening. She’s at the Alamance County Jail without bond, records show. Their next court dates were not immediately listed.

Alex’s obituary describes him as a “dedicated student” who graduated a year early from high school.

“He was pursuing his passion for mechanics at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, aspiring to become a light duty diesel mechanic,” the obituary reads. “Known for his love of working on small engines and his ability to fix anything with a motor, Alex also cherished time spent hunting, fishing, and enjoying the outdoors. His warm nature meant he never met a stranger, leaving a lasting impression on everyone he encountered.”

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Virginia Police Hunt Additional Suspects in VSU Shooting

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Authorities are on the lookout for additional individuals involved in a shooting at Virginia State University that left five people injured. Investigators are currently assessing whether these individuals acted as aggressors or if they were responding in self-defense.

This update comes as a 19-year-old suspect, not enrolled at the university, is being held without bail. Virginia State University President Makola Abdullah addressed the community on Sunday evening, ensuring them of ongoing investigations and the university’s full cooperation with law enforcement agencies at all levels.

In response to the incident, there will be an increased police presence on campus to ensure safety while the investigation remains active.

Camron Harris, 19, of Henrico

Early Saturday morning, a shooting at Virginia State University led to the arrest of 19-year-old Camron Harris of Henrico. Authorities found him concealing himself in a closet within Seward Hall, a residence on campus, around 4 p.m. Saturday—more than 14 hours post-shooting and following the lifting of a campus lockdown. (WWBT via AP; Chesterfield County Police Department)

The number of additional shooters involved remains unclear, as their identities have not been disclosed. However, Lt. James Lamb, commander of the Chesterfield County Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit, confirmed that detectives are working diligently to identify these individuals and understand their involvement in the incident.

“We don’t have specific locations that we are looking [at] yet as we are working on identifying them,” Lamb told AP in an email.

Virginia State University is a historically Black university located in Ettrick, Virginia, about 24 miles south of the state capital of Richmond. The public university has about 5,700 students and was the first fully state-supported four-year college for Black Americans.

The victims ranged in age from 17 to 23 and only one of them – a male, 20, with non‑life‑threatening injuries – was a student at the university, according to police. A non-student male, 21, sustained critical injuries, while a male, 23; female, 19; and male, 17, have non‑life‑threatening injuries.

The shooting erupted at about 1:30 a.m. Saturday near the university’s Quad Annexes residential area. Virginia State University police and Chesterfield County officers responding to the scene found five people suffering from gunshot wounds outside campus residence halls. The shooting prompted a lockdown that was later lifted after authorities said there was no immediate threat to the campus community.

Police later arrested Camron Harris, 19, of Henrico, after officers found him hiding in a closet inside Seward Hall, a campus residence hall, at about 4 p.m. Saturday — more than 14 hours after the shooting and several hours after the lockdown had been lifted.

Harris, who police said is not a Virginia State student, faces four counts of malicious wounding and four counts of using a firearm in the commission of a felony. He was being held without bond at the Chesterfield County jail and was due in state court Monday.

The 20-year-old Virginia State University student was treated for non-life-threatening injuries and released from the hospital. A 21-year-old man remained in critical condition, while the other victims were expected to recover, according to police and university officials.

This Nov. 12, 2023 file photo shows the campus of Virginia State University.

This Nov. 12, 2023 file photo shows the campus of Virginia State University. (USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect)

In his Sunday night message, Abdullah said “the investigation remains ongoing” and thanked university police as well as the other law enforcement agencies assisting in the case. He acknowledged the concern the shooting had caused among parents and families and said student and campus safety remained among the university’s highest priorities.

Virginia State remains a “strong and resilient community,” his statement concluded.

Ariana Grande Reveals Matching Tattoo with Boyfriend Ricky Álvarez

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Their romance is etched in enduring ink.

Ariana Grande has once again expanded her impressive array of tattoos, debuting fresh ink during a show in London as part of her “Eternal Sunshine” tour. Observant fans spotted that the pop star, aged 33, had inscribed a new phrase along her collarbone, which seemed to be the heartfelt message, “I do love you.”

Intriguingly, Grande’s beau, Ricky Álvarez, sports the exact phrase on his left collarbone, a matching sentiment albeit in a differing typeface.

It’s possible that their matching tattoos nod to the iconic 1965 hit by Billy Stewart, evocative of lyrics such as, “I do love you, yes, I do now,” and the affectionate plea, “Pretty little baby said, I want you to try / To understand a that I, that I, that I / I want to be your lover man.”

On August 12, Grande gave a peek at her new tattoo artwork through an Instagram post, where the phrase was enclosed in quotes. In the same post, she made her relationship with Álvarez Instagram official, sharing images that caught the couple in a warm embrace, showcasing their love to the world.

Page Six exclusively confirmed that the pair, who dated from 2015 to 2016, rekindled their romance last month following Grande’s breakup with Ethan Slater. Álvarez first joined Grande’s team as one of her backup dancers for a performance in 2014, and stayed on for her Honeymoon Tour in 2015

It’s hardly the first time Grande has commemorated an important relationship with new body art.

She and her “Wicked” co-star Cynthia Erivo have multiple matching tattoos, as did she and ex-fiancé Pete Davidson during their whirlwind relationship; most of those have since been removed or covered up.

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Hayden Panettiere’s Struggle: Walking Aid Months Before Passing

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In the months leading up to her untimely passing at 36, Hayden Panettiere was seen relying heavily on crutches and the aid of friends to move around.

The renowned Nashville actress was found lifeless on Sunday in Greenville, South Carolina, with circumstances surrounding her demise yet to become clear. According to a 911 dispatcher, she appeared to have experienced a ‘cardiac arrest.’

Another dispatcher reportedly suggested that an overdose might have been suspected in Panettiere’s case.

Over the last year, Panettiere battled an enigmatic back injury that left her motionless without assistance, a struggle evident in the months preceding her death.

Video taken in May appears to show the impact the injury had on Panettiere as she struggled to walk while out in New York, her right leg visibly causing her some trouble.

However, she bravely attempted to conceal her struggles, often wearing a bright smile as she made her way into buildings.

While arriving at CBS Studios to promote her memoir that same day, Panettiere also relied on an assistant for support as she emerged from her car.

Hayden Panettiere struggled to walk in the months leading up to her death as she grappled with a mysterious back injury

Hayden Panettiere struggled to walk in the months leading up to her death as she grappled with a mysterious back injury

The actress hobbled about on crutches as she made her way through LAX with her on-off boyfriend, convicted felon Brian Hickerson, in March

The actress hobbled about on crutches as she made her way through LAX with her on-off boyfriend, convicted felon Brian Hickerson, in March 

She held the woman’s hand tightly as she walked inside the studio, a smile on her face again deflecting attention from her physical troubles. 

In March, Panettiere was also seen on crutches while at LAX with on-off boyfriend Brian Hickerson.

When asked about the crutches, Panettiere explained that she was suffering from ‘some pinched nerves in my lower back,’ in footage obtained by the Daily Mail. 

However, she added that she was ‘on the mend,’ offering a smile and a thumbs-up before climbing into a black SUV outside the airport.

It is an injury that Panettiere struggled to find answers for and one that left her fearing she would be ‘paralyzed’ for the rest of her life. 

Panettiere opened up about the issue during a May interview with Women’s Health, revealing it all began when she woke up and felt ‘nothing but pins and needles’ from the waist down.

‘I’ve been dealing with an injury for the past year,’ she told the outlet during a barre workout. ‘Some nerve damage in my lower back.’

‘I quite literally woke up and felt nothing but pins and needles from my waist down,’ she said. 

When asked about the crutches, Panettiere explained that she was suffering from 'some pinched nerves in my lower back,' in footage obtained by the Daily Mail

When asked about the crutches, Panettiere explained that she was suffering from ‘some pinched nerves in my lower back,’ in footage obtained by the Daily Mail

Panettiere held an assistant's hand as she made her way into CBS Studios in May

Panettiere held an assistant’s hand as she made her way into CBS Studios in May

‘I wasn’t able to bend my toes or lift my foot at all. No one was able to give me a solid answer.’ 

‘It was like that for so long, that I was sitting there going, “Oh my gosh, am I gonna be paralyzed for the rest of my… life?”

‘It’s the scariest thing that’s ever happened to me physically, for sure.’

The former child star, who was known for her roles on the hit NBC series Heroes and musical drama Nashville, was found dead in Greenville, South Carolina, on Sunday afternoon. She leaves behind an 11-year-old daughter.

Representatives for Panettiere announced on Sunday: ‘It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden.

‘She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her – and to the millions who watched her onscreen.’

Detectives confirmed to the Daily Mail that they responded to the apartment block in Greenville yesterday afternoon after they received a 911 call from an ‘acquaintance’ of Panettiere, describing her as ‘unresponsive’.

In the dispatch audio of the call made at 1.51pm, a female dispatcher described Panettiere as suffering a ‘cardiac arrest.’ A few moments later, a male dispatcher could be heard saying that Panettiere had suffered a suspected overdose at the home in Greenville.

Officers and paramedics carried out chest compressions while trying to save Panettiere’s life.

The actress – who was due to turn 37 this Friday – was pronounced dead at the scene just over 40 minutes later at 2.32pm.

Panettiere previously said she had been suffering from 'some pinched nerves in my lower back'

Panettiere previously said she had been suffering from ‘some pinched nerves in my lower back’

The Hollywood icon played cheerleader Claire Bennet in the superhero drama Heroes

The Hollywood icon played cheerleader Claire Bennet in the superhero drama Heroes

Panettiere made a slew of public appearances promoting her memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning, earlier this year

Panettiere made a slew of public appearances promoting her memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning, earlier this year

Police and the local coroner’s office are probing the death, but said the ‘preliminary investigation has not indicated any signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances.’

Panettiere had an 11-year-old daughter called Kaya following a life-threatening birth, but later gave full custody to her former fiancé, Ukrainian boxer Wladimir Klitschko.

The star first appeared in soap operas, then gained wider recognition for her role in the 2000 sports drama Remember the Titans with Denzel Washington, and as the voice of Dot in Pixar’s 1998 film A Bug’s Life.

Panettiere later found fame playing cheerleader Claire Bennet in the superhero drama Heroes before starring as country singer Juliette Barnes for six seasons on Nashville.

She earned two Golden Globe nominations for best supporting actress on the show, while her singing produced 11 entries on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs charts.

Panettiere’s film credits include 2006’s Bring It On: All or Nothing, the comedy-drama film Raising Helen, and appearances in Scream 4 and Scream VI as Kirby Reed.

The star began acting as a child, appearing in soap operas before being catapulted further into fame

The star began acting as a child, appearing in soap operas before being catapulted further into fame

Panettiere leaves behind a daughter whom she had with Ukrainian boxer Wladimir Klitschko

Panettiere leaves behind a daughter whom she had with Ukrainian boxer Wladimir Klitschko 

On Monday, a spokesman for the City of Greenville Police told the Daily Mail: ‘On August 16, 2026, at approximately 1.51pm, officers from the Greenville Police Department, accompanied by EMS personnel, responded to a report of an unresponsive female at Judson Mill Lofts, located at 701 Easley Bridge Road.

‘Upon arrival, medical assistance was administered; however, the individual, later identified as Hayden Panettiere, was pronounced deceased at the scene. 

‘The case is under investigation by the Greenville Police Department in conjunction with the Greenville County Coroner’s Office. 

‘The preliminary investigation has not indicated any signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances. An acquaintance of Ms Panettiere placed the 911 call. At this time, no further details are available for release.’