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Metro
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Sparks sizzle between EastEnders' Johnny and Callum - but a warning is issued
EastEnders' Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) may have slammed the brakes on son-in-law Callum Highway (Tony Clay) affair with Johnny Carter (Charlie Suff), but they just can't keep away from each other next week. The pair hooked up last month after sharing a surprise kiss during the Pride event at The Albert, which effectively ended Johnny's romance with recently departed Felix Baker (Matthew James Morrison). Callum was wracked with guilt about sleeping with Johnny as he is still married to Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden), who is currently serving a six-year prison sentence for fraud in the States. While that didn't stop Callum going back for more, their secret affair was soon uncovered by Ben's furious father Phil, who violently attacked Johnny. Since then, the pair have cooled things off, with Callum insisting he is committed to waiting for Ben. However, things begin to heat up again in forthcoming scenes as Callum flirts over text with Johnny, who is away on a cruise with his mum Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) and his younger siblings. As Callum later enjoys a girl's day with stepdaughter Lexi Pearce (Isabella Brown), who is upset following a phone call with dad Ben, Jay Brown (Jamie Borthwick) pales when he spots the flirty exchange on Callum's phone. Jay warns his friend off going there again with Johnny, but will Callum listen to reason? Last seen in March 2024, it was recently reported that actor Max Bowden is set to reprise his role as Ben for a guest stint ahead of a potential full-time return. Want to be the first to hear shocking EastEnders spoilers? Who's leaving Coronation Street? The latest gossip from Emmerdale? Join 10,000 soaps fans on Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community and get access to spoiler galleries, must-watch videos, and exclusive interviews. Simply click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you can see when we've just dropped the latest spoilers! A source told The Sun that new EastEnders boss Ben Wadey was reportedly keen to bring the character back, revealing: 'It's taken a little while to sort out but Max will be back filming on Albert Square later this year. More Trending 'Max agreed to return for a short stint after Ben pitched his comeback storyline,' the source continued. 'But who knows what will happen? It really does depend on Max.' Is Ben set to learn all about his husband's betrayal? View More » EastEnders airs these scenes from Monday 4 August at 7.30pm on BBC One or stream first from 6am on iPlayer. MORE: EastEnders addresses Ozzy Osbourne and England's Lionesses in special scene MORE: Fears for Phil in EastEnders early iPlayer release as he disowns two family members MORE: All 73 EastEnders spoiler pictures for next week as two major characters return
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Trump heads into high-stakes EU, China trade talks: What to know
President Trump is set to meet with EU leaders in Scotland this weekend, aiming to finalize trade agreements ahead of the August 1 tariff deadline. Yahoo Finance Washington Correspondent Ben Werschkul discusses the stakes of the meeting, upcoming US–China talks, and complications with the US's potential Japan deal. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts here. President Trump is in deal mode Ben, it would seem for talks with China next week. What what do we need to know? Yeah, so as as Lou mentioned, we're looking ahead to to some of the to trade negotiations. We actually have two big high profile talks on in the offing in the coming days. The first of is actually on Sunday. What we learned this afternoon is that Trump is gonna take advantage of a trip to Scotland this weekend to also meet with the European Union, the European Commission president. He's gonna be visit him on Sunday for talks for for the latest round of talks there. These are of course with the whole with the entire block, which is America's largest trading partner. And what we've seen is they kind of negotiators report after report after report of them being close to a deal that currently is about at a 15% rate with some exceptions, but they've been at the proverbial five yard line for weeks now literally. Um and then the question being whether this can be another round to to push them over the line ahead of this August 1st deadline. And then as you mentioned, right on the follow on that is on Monday is China. The Treasury Secretary Scott Beason will lead the team to Sweden to meet with China um to with the Chinese negotiators. And that the main agenda item there is to implement another 90-day pause on tariffs. The that what we we would have a tariff snapback on August 12th, if there's no action there. So the markets are clearly watching that the most closely to make sure that that that a tariff pause continues as the negotiators try to set the stage for a meeting between President Trump and President Xi, um presumably by this fall. Um there's a whole lot of other issues on the table with with um China. One I want to flag because Jared mentioned it was currency. Trump had some really kind of sharp comments on the dollar and the the Chinese currency today. So that could be a flash point to watch on Monday and Tuesday when they're when they sit down. You know, but Ben, you're mentioning that the trade talks there with China, with with the EU. I'm also interested to hear more about Japan, uh Ben, and just what do we know about how those talks are progressing, Ben, and how the two sides, how the US and Japan are thinking through that deal. Yeah, so if you think of Europe and China has two steps forward, this Japan deal in the last couple hours has kind of taken a step back a little bit. This was one of the biggest developments of this week, a pact with Japan that would lower tariffs to 15% on a range of goods as well as autos. But what we have is really distant messages from the White House side and from the Japanese side about exactly what was agreed to. There's no full text of a deal here. The big issue here is this $550 billion investment vehicle that Trump has touted as the centerpiece of the deal in a lot of ways from for his view. Um he's described it as a signing bonus for the US. Other AIDS have described it as a sovereign wealth fund essentially, a a huge influx of money. The Japanese really are not are describing it as something very different. They they describe it as more of a handshake agreement to find areas of mutually beneficial investment for US and Japanese companies. So there's a real disagreement there and it could and it it could sort of complicate this deal, but it's also important because this provision is clearly a favorite of Trump and he's looking to include it in a lot of others. He had some comments earlier today that suggests that he might be looking to include it with Europe as well. So we'll see on that front exactly what was agreed to and whether he includes it with others as well.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The rise and fall of Bennifer: Why Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's marriage ended
When Michael Scott from 'The Office' said, 'Snip-snap snip-snap,' he was talking about the relationship between and . The Hollywood icons had multiple versions of engagement rings and connections in their fate, but unfortunately, the fan-favourite couple ended up having the worst ending. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Why did Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck break up? While fans had their heart broken when Bennifer broke up in early 2004, the 2.0 version had everyone wondering 'Why?' The couple might have earned a couple of headlines for their romance, but soon it turned into the beginning of the end. According to Page Six, the source explained that Ben was annoyed by the constant paparazzi during their honeymoon. 'She is an international superstar, and he acted like it came as a surprise that they would be followed around,' the report added. When it was supposed to be a time to rejuvenate their relationship, Bennifer would barely speak to each other. In the companion documentary 'The Greatest Love Story Never Told,' to her film 'This Is Me…Now,' Jennifer reflected upon Ben's disapproval of her artistic choices, where she used to write music about their experiences with him being the muse. Later in the doc, Affleck realises that his private love letters are being shared with the entire team of musicians. The breeze changed its direction in August 2024, when Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck without a lawyer, citing irreconcilable differences, according to The New York Post. Later, TMZ reported that the ex-couple had been working on the settlements for months, and the discussions were so intense that the agreements were difficult to make. Consequently, there were reports from People that Lopez was disappointed that Ben hadn't given her any signs that he wanted to continue the marriage. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The aftermath Months after untying the knot, Ben Affleck had nothing but sweet things to say about Lopez, where he claimed that he has respect for the pop star. Meanwhile, Lopez has been adamant about her disinterest in marriage, when a fan held a placard asking her to marry them, to which she responded that she has tried a couple of times and she's done with them, according to The Cut.
Forbes
14 hours ago
- General
- Forbes
3 Reasons Behind Leaders' ‘Retirement Syndrome'— By A Psychologist
The fear of retirement can be overwhelming for many people, particularly when they're unsure of what ... More life will look like without the structure and purpose that work once provided. Do you remember the 2015 movie The Intern? Seventy-year-old widower Ben Whittaker, played by Robert De Niro, found out very soon after retiring that 'rest' is far from what he needed. In a desperate bid to get back in the game, he wound up as a senior intern at a big fashion start-up. 'I just know there's a hole in my life and I need to fill it... soon,' Ben says at one point. This is how a lot of retirees feel after working for decades. Stepping away from power, purpose and routine can be deeply uncomfortable and not having set goals to work toward can be terrifying. They're plagued by uncertainty, wondering what comes next. A classic study published in the European Management Journal explored the financial, social and psychological barriers that retirees — especially leaders — faced when they were retiring. Researcher Manfred Kets de Vries found that the following three issues troubled them the most: Many leaders find it hard to step away from power, even when they sense they've reached their peak. They may start to feel disconnected or dissatisfied with their lives, feeling as though they lack direction and don't look forward to new challenges. This reluctance to move on, as well as experiences of loneliness, financial stress and purposelessness, are at the core of what researchers call 'retirement syndrome.' If you've spent your life building something, being heard and staying in control, the thought of suddenly feeling 'irrelevant' or not knowing what comes next can be hard to digest. Here are three key psychological reasons why retirement syndrome can weigh people down, especially if they were previously in leadership positions. 1. You Fear Losing Your Sense Of Purpose For many leaders, work becomes their way of life. Kets de Vries' study explores three stages to the lifecycle of a CEO. The third stage is when CEOs are encouraged to retire and let someone else take the wheel. But this can be difficult, especially if retirement is not their choice. Many find that work makes up a significant portion (or even the entirety) of their identity. So when it's time to step away, it can feel like the ground is being ripped out from underneath them. Suddenly, they're left wondering how to stay balanced without the role that defined them. They're forced to confront their new reality. Retirement may feel less like a choice and more like a fall from grace; like losing a title that gave them purpose. Many start to fear that only a sense of nothingness comes after. 'How do I spend the rest of my days? You name it. Golf. Books. Movies. Pinochle. Tried yoga, learned to cook, bought some plants, took classes in Mandarin... Believe me, I've tried everything,' says De Niro as Ben in The Intern, capturing this feeling perfectly. Not only do leaders feel the pain of losing their work life, they also have to come to terms with their loss of power and declining health. If you're edging close to retirement, start thinking about potentially using your experience to help others through volunteering and consulting work. You can also start to rediscover your hobbies and try mentoring juniors who are looking to enter your profession. After decades of 'hustling,' you could also consider building a 'softer' life, where you allow yourself to rest, engage in hobbies you love and create renewed purpose at your own pace. 2. You Dread Facing The Fallout Of Your Leadership There is an ancient 'eye-for-an-eye' principle called 'lex talionis.' Derived from early Babylonian law, this principle states that prisoners should receive a punishment that equals the crime they committed. Leaders have to make tough decisions for their company, whether they are in the form of mass layoffs, implementation of new technologies or changes in company policies. This can lead them to fear vengeance, albeit unconsciously, for their past wrongdoings. The longer you stay in a leadership role, the more people you inevitably upset, whether it's competitors, rivals or even colleagues. No good leader makes it through their career without stepping on a few toes. Over time, fears starts to culminate: What if the people I fired come after me? What if someone sues me once I'm no longer protected by my title? Even if you don't realize it, this fear of retaliation can creep in and quietly shape how you lead. These fears can be so intense, that they can even lead to insomnia and anxiety, or an avoidance of retirement altogether. In fact, research published in Human Relations highlights how revenge can show up in an organizational dynamic. Leaders may project their personal need for vengeance onto the company's competitors, markets or even their own staff. Researchers use the example of Lee Iacocca, who was fired from Ford by Henry Ford II in 1978. Iacocca then joined Ford's direct rival Chrysler, which was struggling financially at the time. He made it his mission to save Chrysler, competing with Ford in the market. Iacocca's personal pride likely fueled this determination. If you are close to retiring, it might help you to seek closure with former colleagues or teams when possible. You can even try consulting legal or HR professionals if you're genuinely concerned about future consequences. 3. You Fear Losing Control Of What You've Built If you've spent years or even decades building a company from scratch, the fear that a successor may dismantle it can be gut-wrenching, even if the fear is unfounded. Additionally, when newcomers join the company, it's common to experience resentment and jealousy. 'Leaders who cannot get beyond envy of their successor generate anger not only at the younger man or woman but at the ungrateful next generation, society at large, and the aging process,' the researcher notes. Watching younger professionals rise while you step aside can be surprisingly painful. It's because you realize how much time and how many opportunities they still have, while you lose out on both. This generational envy can lead to bitterness, passive-aggressive behavior or even attempts to sabotage the person next in line. If you think mentoring them might bring out your worst, try to step away for a bit and reframe their success. View them as extensions of your legacy, rather than competitors. View them as people whose expertise and perspective you can gain from, rather than an ungrateful generation with no knowledge to offer. If you're grappling with these challenging feelings, you can also try to redirect them toward more meaningful contributions. You can create archives, guidelines or even write a memoir for the generations that follow. But, you have to let go eventually. Retirement can be a tough transition for many. But, it doesn't signal the end of your purpose or your relevance. This is your time to explore who you are outside of work. You finally get to travel more, learn about new things and reconnect with your family. You get to rest after working tirelessly for years on end. Don't stop learning, and more importantly, don't forget to practice gratitude for the journey you've had so far. Now, you get to write the next chapter on your own terms. Do you feel limited by retirement or believe you can still continue growing? Take the science-backed Growth Mindset Scale to find out.
Winnipeg Free Press
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
The Goose soars to prestigious Fringe award
For The Goose, Ellen Peterson is the winner of this year's Harry S. Rintoul Award, an honour given annually to the best new original Manitoban work at the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival. The award, named for the late local playwright and founder of Theatre Projects Manitoba, has been handed out by the fringe since 2002. Alongside works by playwrights Adia Branconnier, Thomas McLeod, Heather Madill and Joseph Aragon, Peterson's name appeared twice on the shortlist, with the renowned theatre creator also earning a nod for Daredevils, starring Cora Matheson and Michael Strickland as high-wire artists making every move count above the Niagara Gorge. RUTH BONNEVILLE / FREE PRESS FILES Ellen Peterson earned the Harry S. Rintoul Award for her Fringe play The Goose, a well-crafted retelling of a Japanese folktale. A prairie-set retelling of a Japanese folktale called The Crane Wife, The Goose starred Delf Gravert as a gentle farmer who frees a trapped goose before marrying the bird after she re-emerges in human form (Gwendolyn Collins). Maggie Nagle completed the cast as a hardbitten mother-in-law who begins weaving in seclusion to support the household. Featuring a score from the playwright's brother Lloyd, The Goose enjoyed a weeklong stay at the Gargoyle Theatre on Ellice Avenue. In her five-star Free Press review of the show, Alison Mayes praised Peterson's handling of the well-travelled material, stating that the score, effects and superb performances 'coalesce into a breathtaking whole.' Thomas McLeod, for his madcap MPI frenzy Third Party, starring Dane Bjornson and Alanna McPherson, earned the honorable mention. Heather Madill and Joseph Aragon were also recognized for their Danish astronomy musical Tycho Freakin' Brahe, as was Adia Branconnier, who wrote and starred in I Hope You Know with their father, Mike. Weekly A weekly look at what's happening in Winnipeg's arts and entertainment scene. Established by the Manitoba Association of Playwrights, the Manitoba Arts Council-funded award includes a $750 prize for the winner and a $250 prize for the honourable mention. Ben WaldmanReporter Ben Waldman is a National Newspaper Award-nominated reporter on the Arts & Life desk at the Free Press. Born and raised in Winnipeg, Ben completed three internships with the Free Press while earning his degree at Ryerson University's (now Toronto Metropolitan University's) School of Journalism before joining the newsroom full-time in 2019. Read more about Ben. Every piece of reporting Ben produces is reviewed by an editing team before it is posted online or published in print — part of the Free Press's tradition, since 1872, of producing reliable independent journalism. Read more about Free Press's history and mandate, and learn how our newsroom operates. Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider becoming a subscriber. Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support.
