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Daily Mail
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily Mail
No newborns called Keir since Prime Minister took office - but Angela, Boris and Nigel are still in vogue
The Prime Minister's name has been banished by parents, with no newborn boys being called 'Keir' since the PM took office. For the first time on record, no parent decided to give their boy the same name as the Labour leader last year. The figures were released this morning by the Office for National Statistics, as part of the most popular names for newborns in England and Wales. The results could serve as a potentially damning political litmus test of the PM's popularity among new parents. In 2023, before the he took office, four baby Keirs were born. However, since the Labour leader's election victory, his name has fallen off the list entirely. Meanwhile, names of some of his political rivals - and allies, alike - continue to prove popular with parents. There were 16 babies called Boris, while Nigel continues to defy extinction by matching last year's tally of five. After he was elected as PM, the number of babies named Boris surged from 39 in 2019 to 43 the following year. Those called 'Rishi' also saw a slight increase after former Tory leader Mr Sunak moved into 10 Downing Street, rising from 36 in 2022 to 27 in 2023. In a potential blow for father-of-two Sir Keir, the statistics also show the names of other Labour figures remain popular. Parents chose Rachel 114 times, while there were 28 Angelas welcomed into the world last year. And three Yvettes were born, while 70 babies were called Wesley and 35 newborns were named Bridget. 'Keir' originates from Ireland and derives its meaning from the Irish word 'dubh', which means 'dark' or 'black'. The name also has roots in Scotland. According to historians, the Irish used descriptive words to name their children, with black thought to signify strength, intelligence and resilience. Labour leader Sir Keir previously admitted he used to dislike his name, with his biography revealing that as a teenager he wondered why his parents 'couldn't have called me Dave or Pete'. The PM's was reportedly named by his mother and father after trade unionist Keir Hardie, the Labour Party's founder and first parliamentary leader. When Rishi Sunak moved into Downing Street, the popularity of his name saw a slight increase (the former PM is pictured as a young boy) According to the latest date on the top baby names in England and Wales, Muhammad has now taken the top spot for the second year in a row. More than 5,721 boys were given the specific spelling of Muhammad in 2024, a rise of 23 per cent on last year, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Noah came in second, with Oliver in third, just as they did in 2023. Olivia and Amelia held the top two spots for baby girl names for the third year in a row, but Isla dropped out of the top three after being replaced by Lily. Olivia has been in the top three for girls' names every year since 2006, with 2,761 girls given the name in 2024. 2024 marks the second time just one spelling of the Muhammad has topped the charts, although when all thirty-plus iterations are grouped together it has been the most common for over a decade, the Daily Mail's analysis suggests. Each year the ONS analyses the latest baby name data, uncovering trends in how certain names have fallen out of favour or soared in popularity. The biggest gainer in the top 25 list of girl's names was May, which has jumped 14 places compared to last year, with 1,592 namings in total. Bonnie saw the second largest rise - going up 10 places. For boys, Rory rose fastest year on year, followed by Elijah. Mohammed, a different spelling, entered the top 100 boys' names for England and Wales 100 years ago, debuting at 91st in 1924. Its prevalence dropped considerably in the lead up to and during WW2 but began to rise in the 1960s. That particular iteration of the name was the only one to appear in the ONS' top 100 data from 1924 until Mohammad joined in the early 1980s. Muhammad, now the most popular of the trio, first broke into the top 100 in the mid-1980s and has seen the fastest growth of all three iterations since. The name means 'praiseworthy' or 'commendable' and stems from the Arabic word 'hamad' meaning 'to praise' and is shared with the founder of Islam, the prophet Muhammad.
Russia Today
2 days ago
- Politics
- Russia Today
Ukrainian students speaking Russian more often
Students in Ukraine are increasingly speaking Russian, according to a state university lecturer. The reported surge comes despite Kiev's ongoing 'Ukrainization' campaign aimed at eliminating the native language of around a quarter of the population from schools, media and public life. The remarks were made by Ekaterina Nikonyuk of Boris Grinchenko Kiev University, who told TV channel on Tuesday that more students are speaking Russian compared to previous years, although she did not provide specific figures. 'This shows that language ombudsmen are falling short and that the state isn't doing enough to promote Ukrainian – instead of simply banning Russian,' Nikonyuk stated. She blamed Ukrainian public figures for using Russian, warning that their influence risks discouraging young people from learning the state language. 'When bloggers and celebrities – followed by millions – say that 'their jaws aren't set up for Ukrainian,' it's demotivating,' she added. In 2019, the Ukrainian parliament passed a law requiring Ukrainian to be used exclusively in nearly all aspects of public life. There are limited exemptions for certain ethnic minorities, including Hungarians and Crimean Tatars, but not for the largest minority group – ethnic Russians. A significant portion of the population, particularly in eastern regions, speaks or understands both languages. Around 40% of the Ukrainian population spoke Russian as their primary language back in 2012, and approximately 26% at the end of 2021, according to polls. As of 2024, only 12% admitted they exclusively speak Russian at home. The language debate has long divided Ukraine and was a contributing factor in the 2014 Western-backed Euromaidan coup. Since then, the government has curtailed Russian language rights and accelerated efforts to sever cultural ties with Moscow, especially after hostilities escalated in February 2022. Ukraine's former language ombudsman, Taras Kremen, has acknowledged that many Ukrainian citizens remain uncertain about which language they primarily identify with. His successor, Elena Ivanovskaya, has branded the Russian language a 'tool of destabilization.' Moscow has repeatedly denounced Ukraine's crackdown on Russian language and culture, insisting that 'forced Ukrainization' violates international law and infringes upon the rights of native Russian speakers.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Emma takes HUGE dig at Love Island producers as she reveals fate of romance with Boris
LOVE Island's Emma Munro took a swipe at producers - as she revealed the fate of her romance with co-star Boris. The Casa bombshell Advertisement 4 Emma Munro discussed her time on Love Island after being axed Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 4 She and Boris spoke to Maya Jama on Aftersun Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 4 The pair were joined by fellow dumped star Billykiss Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Adamant she didn't want to reunite with Harry, Emma However, she Emma, Boris and Irish star Billykiss were Following her departure, Emma addressed her time on the ITV2 dating show. Advertisement Read more on Love Island Speaking to Meanwhile, she also revealed what the future holds for her and villa partner Boris. Emma said: "It's hard to date someone when they live in a different country. But I love Boris." Viewers saw Harry's stunned reaction to Emma's Love Island entrance - as he could be heard saying: "Oh my god, it's my ex." Advertisement Most read in Love Island Spoiler It comes as Emma Love Island to win Harry back. Addressing fan speculation after leaving the villa, she said: "It's very easy when you've been with someone a long time, to fall back into that spot where you're comfortable. "When we were flirty it felt like everything was good and perfect, but then I very quickly snapped out of it when I saw his behaviour." Love Island star Emma reveals real reason she and Harry discussed winning the £50k after 'game plan' rumours She added: "I had to keep reminding myself that those were the same behaviours why I left in the first place and why I don't want to go back there." Advertisement Emma also She said: "I think they've just been proved wrong because he's still in there and I've now left the Villa so that definitely wasn't the game plan. "We hadn't spoken, I can confirm that is just a rumour." Love Island 2025 full lineup : A 30-year-old footballer with charm to spare. : A 22-year-old Manchester-based model, ready to turn heads. : A payroll specialist from Southampton, looking for someone tall and stylish. : International business graduate with brains and ambition. : A gym enthusiast with a big heart. : A Londoner with celebrity connections, aiming to find someone funny or Northern. : A personal trainer and semi-pro footballer, following in his footballer father's footsteps. : A towering 6'5' personal trainer. : A 25-year-old Irish rugby pro. : Love Island's first bombshell revealed as sexy Las Vegas pool party waitress. : The 24-year-old bombshell hails from London and works as a commercial banking executive. : Pro footballer and model entering Love Island 2025 as a bombshell. Giorgio Russo : The 30-year-old will be spending his summer in the sun, potentially his sister Alessia's successful tournament at the Euros in Switzerland. : Professional DJ from Manchester who appeared on X Factor 2016 in girl group Four of Diamonds. : Miss Bikini Ireland 2019 winner who hails from Dublin and works as a nail technician and personal trainer. Emma Munro: Harry Cooksley's ex who entered as a bombshell and works as a hydrogeologist. Departures : : Axed after an arrest over a machete attack emerged. He was released with no further action taken and denies any wrongdoing. : A model and motivational speaker who has overcome adversity after suffering life-changing burns in an accident. : A boxer with striking model looks, seeking love in the villa. : A teaching assistant from Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, who entered Love Island 2025 as a bombshell . : Works as a scaffolder day-to-day and plays semi-pro football on the side. Poppy Harrison: The bombshell broke up with her boyfriend after finding out she would be in the villa Will Means : The fourth fittest farmer in the UK according to Farmers' Weekly in 2023 entered the villa as a bombshell : An Irish actress part of the OG line-up. : 23-year-old personal banker from Glasgow who fancies herself as a 'good flirt'. : 27-year-old gym hunk who entered the show as a bombshell . Conor brought Emma back to the main villa after Casa, while Harry decided to stay coupled up with Helena. Advertisement Just days after returning, Harry and Emma enjoyed multiple flirty conversations, much to the dismay of an unamused Helena. Everything came to light at the Grafties - as Helena ended things with Harry for good. Love Island airs on ITV2 and ITVX. 4 Emma arrived in the villa as a bombshell - and made a big impact Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Advertisement
The Irish Sun
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Love Island shock as Maya Jama returns to axe fan favourite couple – ending show's biggest love triangle
LOVE Island host Maya Jama made a dramatic return to the villa tonight as two stars were dumped from the show. Islanders were ordered to line up in their couples as Maya announced the results of the latest public vote for their favourite boy and girl. Advertisement 4 Maya Jama returned to the villa tonight Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 4 Boris was dumped from the island Credit: ITV 4 His exit immediately followed Emma's dumping Credit: ITV Yasmin and Toni topped the girls' vote, while Cach and Ty led the boys. 'I'm buzzing — I thought everyone hated me!' said Yasmin. Toni, reflecting on her comeback, smiled: 'Not too long ago I was in the bottom. Something must've changed — redemption arc!' Maya revealed the bottom three girls were Billykiss, Emma, and Angel and the bottom three boys were Boris, Conor, and Harry. Advertisement Read more on Love Island With the fewest votes, Emma and Boris were dumped from the island, ending Casa Amor's most talked-about comeback and Love Island's biggest love triangle. Both Emma and Boris had entered the villa as Casa Amor bombshells. Asked if living under the same roof changed anything, Harry said, 'Yeah, I think so. Advertisement Most read in Love Island Exclusive "I feel like I could pick up the phone to her now, so something good came from it.' Emma disagreed: 'It's confirmed we're not right for each other. His actions in here solidified that for me.' Love Island shock as superstar rapper performs for cast at surprise Love Island festival party She added, 'I'll always have his back if he needs me — though I'd rather he didn't call me… but if he must, fine.' The other Islanders were left in shock. Advertisement 4 Emma dated Harry for four years Credit: Eroteme
Scottish Sun
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Love Island shock as Maya Jama returns to axe fan favourite couple – ending show's biggest love triangle
Scroll down to find out who has left the villa over and out over and out Love Island shock as Maya Jama returns to axe fan favourite couple – ending show's biggest love triangle Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LOVE Island host Maya Jama made a dramatic return to the villa tonight as two stars were dumped from the show. Islanders were ordered to line up in their couples as Maya announced the results of the latest public vote for their favourite boy and girl. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Maya Jama returned to the villa tonight Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 4 Boris was dumped from the island Credit: ITV 4 His exit immediately followed Emma's dumping Credit: ITV Yasmin and Toni topped the girls' vote, while Cach and Ty led the boys. 'I'm buzzing — I thought everyone hated me!' said Yasmin. Toni, reflecting on her comeback, smiled: 'Not too long ago I was in the bottom. Something must've changed — redemption arc!' Maya revealed the bottom three girls were Billykiss, Emma, and Angel and the bottom three boys were Boris, Conor, and Harry. Read more on Love Island KISS OF DEATH Love Island fans demand axe as boy never 'misses chance to embarrass' girl With the fewest votes, Emma and Boris were dumped from the island, ending Casa Amor's most talked-about comeback and Love Island's biggest love triangle. Both Emma and Boris had entered the villa as Casa Amor bombshells. Emma is Harry's ex-girlfriend of four years and had been trying to rekindle things — to no avail. Asked if living under the same roof changed anything, Harry said, 'Yeah, I think so. "I feel like I could pick up the phone to her now, so something good came from it.' Emma disagreed: 'It's confirmed we're not right for each other. His actions in here solidified that for me.' Love Island shock as superstar rapper performs for cast at surprise Love Island festival party She added, 'I'll always have his back if he needs me — though I'd rather he didn't call me… but if he must, fine.' The other Islanders were left in shock.
