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Wales Online
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Strictly star issues warning to fans as she suffers 'traumatising' incident
Strictly star issues warning to fans as she suffers 'traumatising' incident Strictly Come Dancing professional Michelle Tsiakkas has issued a warning to fans after she became the victim of a crime in broad daylight Michelle Tsiakkas told her story on Instagram (Image: Mike Marsland, Mike Marsland/WireImagevia Getty Images ) Strictly Come Dancing sensation Michelle Tsiakkas has shared a stark warning to her followers after opening up about a distressing pickpocketing ordeal in Central London. The BBC One show's professional dancer, who joined the cast in 2022, turned to Instagram with a heartfelt video detailing her recent encounter. She directly addressed her fans, saying: "I just wanted to make this video to let you know something that happened to me the other day in London." Michelle described the incident as deeply unsettling, impacting her mentally to the extent of spoiling her entire day. She explained: "This was a couple of days ago and I've just about mentally recovered from that. It was quite traumatising on the day, it ruined my whole day and made me feel awful, scared, helpless and I don't want the same to happen to you." Content cannot be displayed without consent In her candid account, the 29-year-old revealed the shocking moment her phone was snatched from her grasp. She reflected on the crime, saying: "My phone got stolen. I mean, I see it happening all the time but it's just one of those things that you think is never going to happen to you and then it does." She continued to explain that she felt like the "only person around" during the early morning, heading to a dentist appointment when the theft occurred just as she checked her phone for directions, reports the Manchester Evening News. Article continues below Michelle recounted the swift turn of events, stating: "I was on the actual street of the dentist and what happens? A man comes on a bike behind me, sweeps past me and grabs my phone. So he's grabbed my phone, he's on an electric bike and my heart she sank." Michelle recounted the moment, explaining that she instinctively reached to grab her phone back but tumbled to the ground, causing a grazed knee. She couldn't identify the thief because they wore a mask and quickly sped away on their electric bike. The dancer gave her thanks to two women who noticed she was "distressed" and came to offer assistance, allowing her to use a phone to contact her network provider, bank, and her mum, who would have been worried by her lack of response. Despite getting a new phone, Michelle described feeling "lucky" yet admitted to being "traumatised" following the ordeal. She revealed: "I'm being way more careful, I won't even take my phone out for directions," Michelle's fans soon posted messages of support (Image: PA ) Michelle further warned her social media followers with a caption: "Warning. This can happen to you in Central London. Be aware and be very careful. Phone theft is happening more and more and it seems like crime in the city is getting worse ... Has something like this ever happened to you? #pickpocketing #london #crime." Supportive messages poured in soon after her post, with @tim. commenting: "Really sorry to hear this. It seems to be a common occurrence in London these days sadly. Sending love and hope you're ok!!". While @maiyakarina said: "I'm glad you're starting to feel a bit better about it now. Lots of love michellie you are a beautiful person who was just caught at the wrong time sadly." @nataliecox112 commented: "Oh my goodness I'm so sorry this happened to you what is wrong with people. sending love." @alanpressland responded: "Oh no, sorry to hear this, Michelle. I'm glad you had everything backed up, I hope you feel better soon." Article continues below @courtneygroves25 also replied: "oh Michelle i'm so sorry that this happened to you! sending you so much love."
Edinburgh Live
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Strictly Come Dancing star targeted in 'traumatising' incident and issues warning to fans
Strictly Come Dancing favourite Michelle Tsiakkas has issued an urgent warning to her fans, sharing a harrowing experience to raise awareness after suffering a 'traumatising' ordeal. The professional dancer, who joined the BBC One dance show's line-up in 2022, reached out to her followers on social media to recall a recent distressing event where she fell prey to pickpocketing in Central London. Michelle took to Instagram with a candid video in which she addressed her audience directly, opening up about the incident. She recounted: "I just wanted to make this video to let you know something that happened to me the other day in London." She admitted to just starting to feel normal again after stating: "This was a couple of days ago and I've just about mentally recovered from that. It was quite traumatising on the day, it ruined my whole day and made me feel awful, scared, helpless and I don't want the same to happen to you." The 29-year-old then revealed: "My phone got stolen. I mean, I see it happening all the time but it's just one of those things that you think is never going to happen to you and then it does." Michelle went on to explain that it was early morning and she was on her way to the dentist and felt she was the "only person around" when she took out her phone to check for directions, reports the Manchester Evening News. Michelle described the moment vividly: "I was on the actual street of the dentist and what happens? A man comes on a bike behind me, sweeps past me and grabs my phone. So he's grabbed my phone, he's on an electric bike and my heart sank." Michelle recounted that in the heat of the moment, she instinctively tried to snatch her phone back, only to tumble onto the pavement and scrape her knee. She noted that the thief was masked, making identification impossible, and they made a swift getaway on an electric bike. The dancer gave her thanks to two women nearby who noticed she was "distressed" and came to her aid, offering their phone so she could contact her network provider, bank, and her mum, who she knew would be worried if she didn't respond to her messages. Michelle managed to get a new phone and considered herself "lucky" despite feeling "traumatised" by the ordeal. "I'm being way more careful, I won't even take my phone out for directions," she added. (Image: PA) Alongside her video, Michelle issued a warning to her social media followers: "Warning. This can happen to you in Central London. Be aware and be very careful. Phone theft is happening more and more and it seems like crime in the city is getting worse ... Has something like this ever happened to you? #pickpocketing #london #crime." Her post was soon inundated with supportive messages. @ dance commented: "Really sorry to hear this. It seems to be a common occurrence in London these days sadly. Sending love and hope you're ok!!". @maiyakarina reached out with supportive words: "I'm glad you're starting to feel a bit better about it now. Lots of love michellie you are a beautiful person who was just caught at the wrong time sadly." @nataliecox112 echoed the sentiment: "Oh my goodness I'm so sorry this happened to you what is wrong with people. sending love." @alanpressland responded: "Oh no, sorry to hear this, Michelle. I'm glad you had everything backed up, I hope you feel better soon." While@courtneygroves25 commiserated: "oh Michelle i'm so sorry that this happened to you! sending you so much love."
Indian Express
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Michelle Obama reacts to divorce rumours: ‘We're 60, y'all!'
In an attempt to shut down persistent divorce rumours, former US First Lady Michelle Obama has revealed the real reason she and her husband, former President Barack Obama, are rarely seen together in public anymore. Speaking on NPR's Wild Card podcast with Rachel Martin on Thursday, the 61-year-old said that speculation around her marriage stems from people not seeing the couple photographed together. But she explained this is simply a reflection of their age and lifestyle, not trouble in their relationship. 'The fact that people don't see me going out on a date with my husband sparks rumours of the end of our marriage. It's like, 'OK, so we don't Instagram every minute of our lives. We are 60. We're 60, y'all,'' Michelle said, according to The Independent. 'You just are not gonna know what we're doing every minute of the day,' she added. Rumours of a rift between the Obamas first gained traction earlier this year when Michelle did not attend former President Jimmy Carter's funeral or Donald Trump's second inauguration in January. At the time, she defended her decision, saying it was part of redefining her own priorities. 'One of the major decisions I made this year was to stay put and not attend funerals and inaugurations and all the things that I'm supposed to attend,' she said. 'That was a part of me using my ambition to say, 'Let me define what I want to do, apart from what I'm supposed to do, what the world expects of me.'' 'Whatever the backlash was, I had to sit in it and own it. But I didn't regret it, you know? It's my life now, and I can say that, now.' Michelle Obama has spoken earlier about stepping back from public life to focus on her own well-being. On the Work In Progress podcast with actress Sophia Bush, she spoke about how her priorities have shifted since leaving the White House. With her daughters now adults, she said, she finally feels free to make decisions for herself. 'I could have made a lot of these decisions years ago, but I didn't give myself that freedom,' she admitted. 'Maybe even as much as I let my kids live their own lives, I use their lives as an excuse for why I couldn't do something.'
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Wembley ballgirl to Lionesses' young cub - Meet England's one to watch at Euros
At 19-years-old Michelle Agyemang is the youngest player in Sarina Wiegman's squad for the Women's Euros - but her coaches and teammates know exactly what this trusted wild card can do From Wembley ball girl to Lioness cub, Michelle Agyemang is England's youngest player and undoubtedly the one to watch this tournament. Born in Southend, Essex, football was an inevitable path for the 19-year-old, who grew up in a family obsessed with the sport. Although loyalties were deeply contested with her Ghanaian father supporting Manchester United, her brother is a Chelsea fan, while her sister follows West Ham. Meanwhile Michelle, a life-long gunner, joined Arsenal at just six-years-old when her dad landed her a trial while working as a grassroots football coach. But it was watching the Lionesses win 4-0 against Northern Ireland while standing on the sidelines at Wembley that Agyemang, then just a 15-year-old ball girl, truly realised her dream of becoming part of the England squad. Finally four years later, while playing for England U19s, an injury for club teammate Alessia Russo opened the field for Agyemang to step up to senior duty. At the Women's Nations League in April, she was given her England debut against Belgium. It took her just 41 seconds to stick one between the goalposts. Recalling that goal, she still looks back with disbelief and admits she rewatches it on Youtube to try and inspire herself. She said: "I was literally watching it today. Sometimes I think 'how did I do that'. "Like, probably if you asked me to go out and do it again now it just wouldn't happen, so it's just crazy to look back on it and believe that it happened, but I'm so grateful that it did." At England boot camp Michelle was warmly welcomed into the fold by experienced players who admire her talent. Captain Leah Williamson admitted: "Michelle's athleticism is something I can only dream of... She knows how much I believe in her." And after a stint on loan to Bright and Hove in the last WSL season, boss Dario Vidosic predicts Michelle will be a "household name" after the Euros. He said: "She's got a beautiful strike, she knows how to hit a ball, she's dangerous, she possesses a lot of weapons and she'll be, no doubt, a household name sooner rather than later. "I'm sure there'll be a lot of kids wearing her jerseys in the not too distant future." Now a trusted wildcard for Sarina Wiegman, Michelle says her overwhelming feeling to be going to Switzerland is one of immense pride. "To put that badge on and to know that you're representing your country at a major tournament," she said. "I'm so grateful for the opportunity." Speaking about the moment she got the call up, Michelle added: 'It was amazing to get that call and to be here again. My family is so supportive. When I was telling them my mum was screaming, my dad was shouting as well and then my friends. I'm really grateful that she [Wiegman] has put the trust in me to come in here again and show what I can do.'
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
I make £300 a month selling used undies on Vinted with secret code
Michelle reveals just how easy it is for covert sellers like her to go under the radar on Vinted using coded hashtags and specific item descriptions to rake in thousands DIRTY LAUNDRY I make £300 a month selling used undies on Vinted with secret codes – people say it's gross but it pays for my holidays Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) VINTED is the go-to app for bargain hunters looking to snap up some pre-loved fashion finds - but beneath the surface lurk seedy sellers and even seedier buyers. A shocking trade in unconventional items is quietly thriving, and it's making one mum £300 a month to splurge on holidays. 7 Michelle Lopez flogs dirty socks and unwashed pants on online platforms including Vinted Credit: Darren Fletcher 7 Michelle says she prices her well-worn items from a fiver to £30 7 One Vinted user is selling a red 'slinky nightie' with the hashtags #ifyouknowyouknow #iykyk, a code to tell buyers that items have not been laundered Credit: Vinted While the majority of sellers focus on vintage dresses, worn trainers and outgrown denim, a growing number have discovered a lucrative market catering to niche interests. From used socks to worn intimate nightwear, the hashtag #iykyk (or #ifyouknowyouknow) has emerged as a discreet signal to some users, sparking discussions about the hidden darker side of the platform. Seller Michelle Lopez, 39, from Ealing, West London, confesses: 'I sell my pongy pop socks, unwashed pants and well-worn gym bras on online platforms including Vinted to make cash. 'It's a naughty work around and I can make up to £300 a month if buyers DM me on Vinted or use Telegram with special requests. 'It's not seedy, it's building up my savings. I am proud of making quick money this way. It helps with the bills and for holidays.' Items like slips, lingerie, and even nightwear are often accompanied by cryptic hashtags, directing buyers to private messaging accounts for further transactions. 'Smellier the better' One user is currently selling a red 'slinky nightie' with the hashtags #ifyouknowyouknow #iykyk #iykykfeet for £15, along with their Telegram — similar to WhatsApp — handle, facilitating off-platform communication. Despite selling unwashed clothing being against Vinted terms and conditions, Michelle reveals just how easy it is for covert sellers like her to go under the radar. She says: 'You describe the item as 'worn' and post a picture and list the brand as 'worn'. Vinted members know they can haggle for prices and ask questions. 'Sellers like me add 'DM me for questions or Telegram for details'. I've made over £333 on Vinted - the exact words to use & the 2 days you should be uploading to sell in under 24 hours 'But Vinted is just one platform I use. The buyers are polite and easy to deal with. I don't have to pay up to 20 per cent on Vinted, like I do on some specialist selling platforms.' The actress, who lives with husband Juan Lopez, 36, a sound recordist, as well as her 17-year-old daughter and nine-year-old son, has no time for anyone who judges her for the side hustle. 'I am not ashamed of my unconventional side gig. No one's getting hurt,' she says. 'People who buy the items know what they're getting, and the dirtier or smellier the item the better. I price my well-worn and distinctive smelling items from a fiver to £30. It all helps. 'I am cashing in from clothing I'd be chucking in the bin. I know some people will criticise, but I don't care. "I'm just like many other Vinted sellers using the secret work-around code and posting methods to sell well-worn and unwashed items. 'I sell normal second-hand clothes as well, I'm not too worried Vinted will boot me off.' Michelle is certainly not the only one. Fabulous has discovered numerous posts that appear to be advertising unwashed clothing. One seller, for example, had listed a pair of worn socks with a seemingly innocent description: 'New pink ankle socks nice and soft.' But the addition of #iykyk at the end signals a transaction far removed from thrifty fashion. 7 An account features a pair of feet with pink toenails standing next to trainers and listed for £5 Credit: Vinted 7 Another user has listed a pair of worn socks with a seemingly innocent description Credit: Vinted Another account featured a pair of feet with pink toenails standing next to white trainers, clearly worn and listed for £5. The description read: 'White trainers have been worn as you can see from pics. Perfect summer shoe IYKYK.' Similarly, a pair of pink thong bikini bottoms were on sale for £4, with the description revealing: 'Pink high-waist bikini bottoms. Holiday Dubai Ibiza iykyk festival rave ravefit creamfields.' It's a naughty work around and I can make up to £300 a month if buyers DM me on Vinted or use Telegram with special requests Michelle The string of location and event tags, combined with #iykyk, strongly hints at where it was worn. Nelsi Diaz, Intimacy Coach and Sex Expert at AI platform HeraHaven, explains: 'For some people, doing this through platforms like Vinted, which are not made for it, can add to the excitement. 'Using 'iykyk' codes and swapping to Telegram might make buyers feel like they're part of something secret, and that can be half the fun. 'The kind of hush-hush vibe can be more exciting than just going to a fetish site where everything's out in the open. 'For some, secrecy is part of the turn-on.' Michelle admits she caters to the specific needs of buyers who follow her on platforms like Vinted. She explains: 'I sell to foot fans — some have a foot, a stinky sock or clothing fetish. For some people, doing this through platforms like Vinted, which are not made for it, can add to the excitement Nelsi Diaz, 'I never meet them, and I can sell a pair of smelly socks or underwear for up to £20. That's three times what I paid for the item. "Others have a pheromone fetish, which is a love of body odour. If I can pay the gas and electric bill flogging dirty socks like this, I will.' A quick search of #iykyk on Vinted reveals countless suspicious listings, with some sellers openly advertising their availability for 'extras' or directing buyers to other platforms for more discreet purchases. Podcast Girls Overheard also spoke about this phenomenon in a video that has gained more than 240,000 views. In the comments section, one viewer wrote: 'Someone I know (air hostess) who has been kicked off Vinted multiple times, sold used tights and shoes. Has repeat buyers who contact directly and make good money!' This growing trend has sparked fierce debate, with opinions ranging from outright disgust to acceptance of it as a harmless side hustle. But it isn't without risk, as Vinted claims to actively monitor and remove listings that violate its terms. Yet the persistent presence of these items suggests this underground market is unlikely to cease any time soon. Consent and hygiene But beyond the platform's rules, there are also broader ethical and safety concerns. The lack of regulation and the discreet nature of these transactions could open doors to exploitation and raise questions about consent and hygiene. Dr Philippa Kaye, a GP and author says: 'There are dangers either wearing unwashed underwear or using unwashed underwear in any way. "Underwear is often in a very warm, humid and moist environment so it's a breathing ground for fungi and bacteria and other microorganisms which can cause infections.' Michelle adds: 'I know some people consider it seedy and gross. But people do know what they're buying. I know some people consider it seedy and gross. But people do know what they're buying Michelle 'I started doing it after lockdown, and haven't stopped since. It's great for making an extra bit of cash. 'Plus, I can do it from home and it's completely safe. 'Last year I made £4,000 from it, this year I am on track to possibly doubling that figure. 'I know others will think it's manky and gross. 'I am just trying to put my best foot forward, pay the bills and measure how my side hustle keeps growing.' Vinted failed to respond to a request for comment. 7 Michelle sells dirty underwear on various online platforms 7 She says she's made £4,000 from selling her dirty clothes Credit: Sarah Brick
