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Shock moment young girl, 9, filmed driving car barefoot through Scots village
Shock moment young girl, 9, filmed driving car barefoot through Scots village

Scottish Sun

timea day ago

  • Scottish Sun

Shock moment young girl, 9, filmed driving car barefoot through Scots village

Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A WOMAN allowed a nine-year-old girl to drive through a village in a rain storm. Sophie-Leigh Gemmell, 32, admitted culpable and reckless conduct after footage emerged of the incident in Crimond, Aberdeenshire. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 The nine-year-old was videoed behind the wheel of the car 4 The girl was driving the car barefoot and during bad weather last July 4 The footage was shared on social media The young girl, now 10, was driving the car barefoot and in bad weather in July last year. Gemmell, from Crimond, can be heard cheering during the video while she blared the Sugababes tune Round Round. At Peterhead Sheriff Court on Monday, she admitted the offence and will be sentenced next month. The charge read that 'On 10 July 2024, you did culpably and recklessly, and with utter disregard for the consequences, allow a child, then aged 9, to drive on a public road in poor weather and barefoot.' The charge added this was to the danger of the public and the child, who can't be named to protect her identity. The kid was using the vehicle's indicators and driving through village streets in rainy night-time conditions. Gemmell can be heard cheering in the clip and offering driving advice to the youngster as music plays loudly. A video of the incident, which lasted about a minute, was seen on social media. It showed the child driving in the dark, using the wipers and indicators and peering over the steering wheel. Sentence was deferred by Sheriff Annella Cowan to obtain a criminal justice social work report on Gemmell, who declined to comment as she left court. 4 Sophie-Leigh Gemmell admitted culpable and reckless conduct In Scotland, a child can apply for a provisional driving license at 15 years and 9 months old but they are not allowed to drive a car on public roads until they are 17. Children must use a car seat until they are 12 years old or 4ft 4in tall - whichever comes first.

'Glastonbury's efforts to stop overcrowding ignore its huge remaining problem'
'Glastonbury's efforts to stop overcrowding ignore its huge remaining problem'

Daily Mirror

time6 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • Daily Mirror

'Glastonbury's efforts to stop overcrowding ignore its huge remaining problem'

With its killer headliners, never-ending line-up and intense community spirit, it's easy to see why thousands of music lovers from across the world are currently descending on Somerset for Glastonbury Festival. There's nowhere else you take a Tai Chi class, watch a drag show, visit a fake airport terminal created by Banksy - all before making it to the front row of Charli XCX. I'll be driving down for my third stint at the five-day event and while it continues to be my favourite place on the planet, Glastonbury's constant issue of overcrowding continues to read its potentially dangerous head. Over 200,000 people attend the festival on average and gatecrashers have frequently been a problem. Just last year, hundreds of trespassers were spotted sneaking onto the grounds while inside the festival, I found myself uncomfortably squished against others who hadn't showered in days while trying to watch Avril Lavigne on The Other Stage. Glastonbury organise Emily Eavis recently revealed that the festival has taken action by selling "a few thousand less tickets" this year in a bid to reduce the big crowds. But making it harder for people to legitimately buy tickets isn't the solution here. While roaming the festival last year, I came across a number of gate-crashes who had snuck their way in - whether it was by paying to be smuggled in through a staff entrance or scaling the 7.8km fence. I spotted one Glastonbury intruder who was walking around with just an old wristband for Boomtown and wasn't being stopped. Beefing up security around the festival would be the ideal way of reducing the over-crowding problem - however, there's another much simpler solution. Stop putting artists on stages that are far too small. Last year, those hoping to watch the Sugababes with enough room to literally spin Round Round were left disappointed, when their West Holts performance became much busier than expected. Similarly, overcrowding at Avril Lavigne reached a dangerous level when 70,000 people turned up for the set - while Janelle Monae sadly drew handfuls of fans in comparison to her clashing performance on the Pyramid Stage. Unfortunately, Glastonbury don't seem to have learnt their lesson with one of the world's biggest pop stars Charli XCX taking to The Other Stage while Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts take to the Pyramid. Neil may be a legend, but Charli is an ever-rising star with triple his monthly Spotify listeners (37.8m). BBC One is even planning on broadcasting Charli's set over his, although his may be down to his battle with the broadcaster as insiders say that he doesn't want his set shown in full. As a big Brat fan, I can't wait to party 4 Charli, but I'm preparing for the inevitable squish in a choppy sea of lime green.

00s pop icons surprise shoppers with free car park gig
00s pop icons surprise shoppers with free car park gig

Metro

time07-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Metro

00s pop icons surprise shoppers with free car park gig

The Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet's 30th anniversary celebration featured 00s icons (Picture: Shirlaine Forrest/WireImage) A rainy night in Cheshire wasn't enough to dampen the spirits as Sugababes surprised shoppers with a free gig. The 00s pop icons were the secret headliners for Friday night's car park gig celebrating the 30th anniversary of Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet. Over 3,000 shoppers, residents and more flocked to the retail park where a special stage had been set up for an evening of entertainment. The show was non-ticketed, with anyone wanting to join in the fun simply ushered through security and able to join in the fun. Pussycat Dolls star Kimberly Wyatt got things started with an energetic DJ set before introducing Take That's Howard Donald graced the stage for the next hour. After that, it was time for Sugababes to grace the stage as a ray of sunshine with the rain pouring down. They delivered an incredible hit-filled set to get everyone dancing and singing along, with classics like Round Round, Overload, Freak Like Me and Ugly. Sugababes were the event's surprise headliners (Picture:for ABA) Kimberly Wyatt did a DJ set (Picture: Shirlaine Forrest/WireImage) She was all smiles as the enthusiastic crowd cheered (Picture: Shirlaine Forrest/WireImage) Since its launch, the retail outlet has become a staple shopping destination (Picture: Shirlaine Forrest/WireImage) Their live band kept the energy up as the beloved girl group – made up of founding members Keisha Buchanan, Mutya Buena and Siobhán Donaghy – thanked the fans for sticking around in the rain. They were loving the unique setting, with a stage put up in a car park in the middle of the shopping outlet. 'More of this,' they shouted about the idea of a free surprise gig. After more hits including Push The Button, they rounded off the gig with a punchy, heavier version of About You Now with the crowd singing back every word. There was a golden circle area for team members and local charity partners, although partway through Howard's DJ set, the barriers were taken down to bring everyone closer to the stage. Sugababes were eventually brought out to huge cheers, and delivered a special show for everyone in attendance. Howard Donald of Take That also made an appearance (Picture: Shirlaine Forrest/WireImage) Fans were thrilled with the high quality free entertainment (Picture: Shirlaine Forrest/WireImage) Kenny Murray, General Manager at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet, said: 'We promised something special, and the reaction from the crowd said it all. 'The Sugababes were the perfect surprise to mark this milestone and having Howard and Kimberly on the decks as well certainly made it a night to remember. 'This was about celebrating both our community and our customers, and the incredible journey we've been on together over the last three decades.' Cheshire Oaks, at 400,000 square feet and 165+ resident brands, is the largest designer outlet in the UK. It's celebrating its 30th anniversary all year, with this event being a 'thank you' to the locals. It also highlighted charity partners like The Hospice of The Good Shepherd, Koala, Flynns Port in the Storm and Claire House. For more information on future celebratory events at Cheshire Oaks, visit: Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet | Up to 60% Less | McArthurGlen Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you.

Sugababes' Keisha Buchanan's ex set for trial next year on harassment and controlling behaviour charges
Sugababes' Keisha Buchanan's ex set for trial next year on harassment and controlling behaviour charges

Yahoo

time05-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Yahoo

Sugababes' Keisha Buchanan's ex set for trial next year on harassment and controlling behaviour charges

Sugababe Keisha Buchanan's footballer ex-partner is set to stand trial next Spring over claims he harassed the singer and controlled parts of her life. Taiwo Leo Atieno, 39, is accused of blocking the singer from wearing red lipstick, watching TV and going to the gym, and allegedly controlled what she ate when they were in a relationship. After the breakdown of the romance, it is said he harassed her with texts, emails and social media contact, as well as an alleged request for £25,000. He is also accused - in criminal charges spanning a decade - of attacking Ms Buchanan. Atieno appeared on Thursday at Harrow Crown Court for a preliminary hearing, when Judge Charles Bourne KC set the case down for a five-day trial starting on April 13 next year. The defendant appeared for the hearing on a videolink from HMP Wormwood Scrubs, having been held in custody since first being charged last month. The judge agreed on Thursday that he could be released from prison to await his trial, as long as he abides by bail conditions including the surrender of his passport. Ms Buchanan, 40, was one of the original members of Sugababes alongside Mutya Buena and Siobhan Donaghy, and was part of the band as they became one of the 21st Century's most successful pop acts. She enjoyed chart-topping hits such as Round Round and Push the Button, before ultimately being forced out of the band in 2009. Ms Buchanan had solo success before reuniting with her former bandmates under the title Mutya Keisha Siobhan – and together they seized back control of the Sugababes name in 2019. Atieno was a professional footballer who made appearances for Kenya in qualifiers for the World Cup and African Cup of Nations. The Brixton-born forward made appearances for Walsall, Tamworth, Luton Town, Stevenage and Torquay United before retiring in 2013, and he also had spells playing in Puerto Rico and Rochester in New York state. He is charged with controlling and coercive behaviour towards Ms Buchanan between December 2015 and May 2018, assault occasioning actual bodily harm between January 2012 and January 2015, harassment between January 2021 and December last year, and an alleged breach of a non-molestation order. A previous court hearing was told the singer alleges Atieno controlled her finances and use of the shower while they were living together, allegedly intervened in her eating habits, and only allowed her to go to the gym 'at certain times'. It is said he 'did not allow her to watch TV and did not allow her to wear red lipstick' and also subjected her to verbal abuse, according to the charges. Atieno is also accused of grabbing Ms Buchanan around the neck, punching her on the arm and striking her on the back in a series of alleged assaults, the court heard. When blocked from contacting the singer by a family court order, it is alleged Atieno sent emails to her and he is also accused of harassment over the course of three years with texts, emails, social media contact and a request for £25,000. According to reports, Ms Buchanan was once engaged to Atieno and they had begun making plans for a wedding. Atieno was not asked to enter pleas to any of the charges at Thursday's hearing. He told the magistrates court hearing he denies all the allegations. Atieno, of Langton Road, Kennington, southwest London, is set to return to court to enter pleas in August.

Sugababes' Keisha Buchanan's ex set for trial next year on harassment and controlling behaviour charges
Sugababes' Keisha Buchanan's ex set for trial next year on harassment and controlling behaviour charges

Yahoo

time05-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Yahoo

Sugababes' Keisha Buchanan's ex set for trial next year on harassment and controlling behaviour charges

Sugababe Keisha Buchanan's footballer ex-partner is set to stand trial next Spring over claims he harassed the singer and controlled parts of her life. Taiwo Leo Atieno, 39, is accused of blocking the singer from wearing red lipstick, watching TV and going to the gym, and allegedly controlled what she ate when they were in a relationship. After the breakdown of the romance, it is said he harassed her with texts, emails and social media contact, as well as an alleged request for £25,000. He is also accused - in criminal charges spanning a decade - of attacking Ms Buchanan. Atieno appeared on Thursday at Harrow Crown Court for a preliminary hearing, when Judge Charles Bourne KC set the case down for a five-day trial starting on April 13 next year. The defendant appeared for the hearing on a videolink from HMP Wormwood Scrubs, having been held in custody since first being charged last month. The judge agreed on Thursday that he could be released from prison to await his trial, as long as he abides by bail conditions including the surrender of his passport. Ms Buchanan, 40, was one of the original members of Sugababes alongside Mutya Buena and Siobhan Donaghy, and was part of the band as they became one of the 21st Century's most successful pop acts. She enjoyed chart-topping hits such as Round Round and Push the Button, before ultimately being forced out of the band in 2009. Ms Buchanan had solo success before reuniting with her former bandmates under the title Mutya Keisha Siobhan – and together they seized back control of the Sugababes name in 2019. Atieno was a professional footballer who made appearances for Kenya in qualifiers for the World Cup and African Cup of Nations. The Brixton-born forward made appearances for Walsall, Tamworth, Luton Town, Stevenage and Torquay United before retiring in 2013, and he also had spells playing in Puerto Rico and Rochester in New York state. He is charged with controlling and coercive behaviour towards Ms Buchanan between December 2015 and May 2018, assault occasioning actual bodily harm between January 2012 and January 2015, harassment between January 2021 and December last year, and an alleged breach of a non-molestation order. A previous court hearing was told the singer alleges Atieno controlled her finances and use of the shower while they were living together, allegedly intervened in her eating habits, and only allowed her to go to the gym 'at certain times'. It is said he 'did not allow her to watch TV and did not allow her to wear red lipstick' and also subjected her to verbal abuse, according to the charges. Atieno is also accused of grabbing Ms Buchanan around the neck, punching her on the arm and striking her on the back in a series of alleged assaults, the court heard. When blocked from contacting the singer by a family court order, it is alleged Atieno sent emails to her and he is also accused of harassment over the course of three years with texts, emails, social media contact and a request for £25,000. According to reports, Ms Buchanan was once engaged to Atieno and they had begun making plans for a wedding. Atieno was not asked to enter pleas to any of the charges at Thursday's hearing. He told the magistrates court hearing he denies all the allegations. Atieno, of Langton Road, Kennington, southwest London, is set to return to court to enter pleas in August.

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