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Scottish Sun
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
I hope my Voice mentor Rita Ora will share a wine with me at Scottish gig, says singer
Scroll down to see what's next from Nyree CHEERS TO THAT I hope my Voice mentor Rita Ora will share a wine with me at Scottish gig, says singer Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A VOICE Australia star has swapped the showbiz stage for jamming in the backroom of a Scots boozer ahead of a homecoming gig - and is hoping to have a VIP guest. Glasgow girl Nyree Huyser, 40, was mentored by global megastar Rita Ora, 34, on the hit show down under after impressing the telly judge with her unique spin on Demi Lovato hit Stone Cold. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Nyree Huyser has returned to Scotland to delight fans Credit: Tom Farmer 4 Nyree was mentored by Rita Ora on The Voice Australia But now Nyree is back in Scotland, after living in New Zealand for the last 10 years, to entertain crowds on her home turf. And she's saving a seat for Anywhere hitmaker Rita at her upcoming gig. Nyree, from Clarkson, said: 'She's more than welcome to come along and we can share a glass of wine or two'. The talented Scot made The Voice Australia judge Rita's top three, but narrowly missed out on a spot in the final. Following the 2023 blind audition, mentor Rita said: 'I'm shaking. I felt like you were singing like it was your last chance. 'You really did not disappoint. Your story is what's going to potentially make you win this competition.' The show wasn't Nyree's first bid for stardom. The bubbly musician applied for noughties talent hunt Pop Idol and years later on UK primetime hit Britain's Got Talent. She also tried out for Popstars: The Rivals - a 2002 singing contest fronted by Pete Waterman, Louis Walsh and Geri Halliwell. Nyree later emigrated to New Zealand with cricket coach hubby Carl - who batted balls in Pollok, Glasgow. The mum-of-three put her stardom bid on ice as she juggled dreams of fame with raising Hayden, eight, Charlotte, six, and Ollie, three. Rita Ora looks incredible as she strips off to thong bikini to enjoy an ice lolly by the pool She said: 'You kind of lose a bit of yourself when you have kids because you've got new priorities. You don't think about yourself any more. 'I never lost the passion, but I stopped doing things for myself and just focused on them. 'I thought, 'well, that's it then, maybe I've had my day'.' In a last-ditch attempt to pursue her dream, Nyree replied to a casting call for the Australian version of The Voice. She said: 'I got a lot of doors closed in my face, but I kept plodding on. 'If somebody tells me I can't do something, I'm going to try and do it. 'Being on the show is the most nervous I've ever been in my life - I was shaking. It was like my feet were glued to the ground and then the doors opened. 'I walked out onto The Voice stage and you could hear a pin drop. I just started singing, it was frightening, but all four judges turned around for me.' 4 Nyree is saving a seat for Rita at her show 4 Nyree put her stardom bid on ice as she juggled dreams of fame with raising her kids Credit: Supplied Nyree was left 'conflicted' after bagging an incredible 'four-chair turn' and was forced to select a mentor. But she went with superstar Rita who joined the star-studded panel which also includes R&B legend Jason Derulo and respective Australian Idol stars Jessica Mauboy and Guy Sebastian. She gushed: 'I picked Rita because she's just so inspiring. 'I definitely made the right decision and I've made memories that I'll just cherish forever. 'I didn't even see the first three judges turn around and then when the fourth chair turned, I was like, 'I can't believe it, I've got all four chairs'.' The talent show hopeful added: 'Rita was lovely and approachable. 'I thought I'd be really intimidated by her but she's really friendly and down to earth. 'She was always there to answer my questions and offer up advice.' Homecoming show Nyree will bring her The Power of Celine show to Glasgow's Eastwood Park Theatre later this month. The singer admits it will be a full circle moment for her and can't wait to get in front of the Scottish crowd. She said: 'I wanted to come back and see the family and thought that it would be great to put on a gig. 'It's a bit of a homecoming to show the world what I've been doing over in New Zealand. 'I'm excited to be back because you can't get enough of Scotland. 'This was my local theatre and I remember performing in musicals here when I was growing up. 'Now I get to headline. It's going to be an emotional homecoming, I can tell.' She added: 'My childhood pal James Grant will be joining me alongside a few local dancers. 'I asked James to join me as we go way back - we used to perform in competitions back in the day. 'There will be lots of surprises in there too - the audience is in for a treat.' And as she rehearses from the backroom of Doherty's Bar in Hamilton, Nyree hopes that pubs across the country will belt out her next batch of songs. She said: 'I'd love to release some more music. 'I'm focusing on my second album, which will be inspired by Celine and Adele. 'And of course, I'd love to do more shows, I just want to keep on performing.' - Log onto for tickets for the June 27 show
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
'I'm a dentist and weight loss jabs have horrifying impact on your teeth no one talks about'
The age-old quest to shed a few pounds ready for summer, or to improve overall health and wellbeing, has seen people up and down the country opt for weight-loss jabs to give them a helping hand. Drugs from the likes of Wegovy or Mounjaro all come with a laundry list of potential side effects of ranging seriousness - but there are some that are not well documented. Dentists are expressing their concerns about its impact on oral health, with cases of the jabs leading to tooth decay, dry mouth and bad breath. READ MORE: Shore Road Belfast: Everything we know so far after sudden death of woman READ MORE: 'I looked nine months pregnant but was battling horrifying condition' Nyree Whitley, the Chief Clinical Officer at mydentist, has confirmed there can be multiple side effects, even though some of them are indirect, and has come up with the ways you can tackle them... Some people taking weight loss jabs have reported changes in how things taste, and that instead they're left with a metallic or altered flavour in their mouth. The altered eating habits and metabolism that comes to those taking these injections are known to sometimes affect the balance of bacteria in the mouth. "This can influence diet choice and potentially lead to increased cravings for sweeter foods, raising the risk of cavities," explained Nyree. The change in your taste means you may completely lose interest in your favourite foods, and could start liking stuff you've previously avoided. "Some celebrities have reported that they simply don't enjoy the taste of food as much as they did before taking a weight loss jab," said Nyree, "and this seems to be a common side effect." Nausea and vomiting are two of the more common side effects of weight loss jabs. "If you've been sick, avoid brushing your teeth until at least 30 minutes afterwards as stomach acid can soften tooth enamel," said Nyree. "Brushing too soon can spread the acid across the teeth, leading to enamel erosion, your mouth may feel fresher but there is a risk of long term damage." Taking weight loss drugs can reduce the amount of saliva you produce, which of course will lead to a dry mouth. Saliva is essential for maintaining healthy bacteria levels and neutralising acid in the mouth, protecting teeth against decay. Nyree said: "If you experience a consistently dry mouth, you'll be at increased risk so it's important to address symptoms early." Acid reflex is another potential side effect of taking the fat loss jabs. It occurs when stomach acid can flow back into the mouth and can contribute to enamel erosion, increased sensitivity or the risk of cavities. Nyree said: "If you notice your teeth becoming sensitive and relief doesn't come from using a sensitive toothpaste, go and see your dentist." Stay hydrated Use a humidifier Rinse, don't brush after vomiting Keep up your brushing routine
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
NYCHA faces pressure to relocate paralyzed resident: ‘Fighting since 2015'
NEW YORK (PIX11) – For 34-year-old Nyree Stevens and the home health aides who help her carry her paralyzed body multiple times a day, every single day is an exercise in patience – and delicate maneuvering she can get around her public housing unit in the Bronx. 'For me to get in and out of my wheelchair, i'm not able to use my equipment because the room is too small, and also for the bathroom, in order to get in and out the shower, i have to be lifted over a piece that's in front of the shower. And I told them about it. Because I could either tip out the chair from them lifting me up, instead of me having a roll-in shower,' Stevens said. More Local News Home health aide Dee Oldacre also considers herself Nyree's dear friend. 'It's a lot of work. The space is very limited, so it's a struggle,' said Old Acre. Nyree did not choose this life. 'In 2009, I was the victim of gun violence,' said Stevens. Her paralysis, from the shoulders down, is the result of being in the wrong place at the wrong time. She was shot in the neck by a stray bullet as she left a party on Christmas Day in 2009. These days, Nyree's patience is matched only by her persistence as she continues to plead with her landlord, the New York City Housing Authority, to move her into a more accessible unit. I've asked them, and the ones that they showed me are kind of the same,' said Tyree. While she waits, Nyree creates. More Local News In fact, Nyree is a prolific artist who paints by mouth. After we left Nyree's apartment, we reached out to NYCHA. An agency spokesperson tells us, 'NYCHA staff are in touch with the resident and are working to address concerns and discussing the possibility of relocating to a 504 accessible unit.' Stevens is hoping NYCHA can deliver. 'I've been asking for this for so long. I've been fighting with NYCHA since, like, 2015,' said Stevens. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
