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Edinburgh Live
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Chris Tarrant unleashes brutal three-word jibe at Phillip Schofield after TV return
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Chris Tarrant has lashed out at Phillip Schofield, highlighting a "nasty little trick" employed by various television hosts. The ex-Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? presenter expressed disdain for Schofield's attempt to win back public affection following last year's notorious Castaway escapade, where he sequestered himself on an isolated island to rehabilitate his sullied reputation. Tarrant was distinctly unimpressed with Schofield's actions post-scandal, following the revelation of an affair with a younger male colleague while still being a fixture on This Morning. Voicing his displeasure, he commented: "There was not a hint of apology or even a, 'Maybe I got things wrong'. Christ Almighty, " he erupted. According to Tarrant, Schofield completely "lost the plot" after enjoying prolonged success, remarking: "He was the most over-exposed man on television - maybe only Terry Wogan came close. But Terry was on constantly because he was brilliant, funny, sharp as anything. I adored him." In clear contrast, Tarrant is rather scornful when discussing Schofield's allure. Speaking to The Telegraph, he said: "'Safe pair of hands', they used to say. But honestly - did anyone ever rush home shouting, 'Quick, it's nearly eight o'clock, I must see the safe pair of hands!'? Dear oh dear," reports the Express. (Image: Getty) Tarrant didn't hold back in his critique of Schofield's previous TV ventures either, stating: "Dancing On Ice, The Cube, all of it - mostly c--p." Tarrant, who kicked off his career on the airwaves, believes radio is filled with "much nicer people" compared to the television industry. "On television, you can get away with murder if you've got a smile and a nice suit for 13 weeks a year," he remarked. "But some of them - and I do know a few - are all charm on-screen, then scream their heads off behind the scenes. It's a nasty little trick that only works for so long." The veteran host, whose TV tenure spanned 52 years, is renowned for his stint on Tiswas from 1974 to 1981 and as the face of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? from 1998 to 2014. (Image: ITV) In recent years, particularly post-pandemic, Tarrant has been notably absent from regular television appearances. In conversation with MailOnline, Tarrant reflected: "52 years is a long time on air. I loved what I did. I had a really good time. "But I went to the funerals of five really good mates, who were about the same age as me, and I thought, 'I don't know how long I've got left in life, but I don't want to spend it locked away in a studio'." He also shared with MailOnline that a mini-stroke in 2014 almost prompted him to quit TV, as it led to him requiring speech therapy. Confiding in MailOnline, Tarrant disclosed: "I had a lucky escape. I can chat to you now, [my body] is working. But I did have to have speech therapy. It took a while to get everything back. It was scary."
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chris Tarrant says Phillip Schofield ‘lost the plot' after fame ‘went to his head'
Broadcaster Chris Tarrant has declared Phillip Schofield the 'most overexposed man' on television and said his decades-long career was filled with 'mainly c***'. The 78–year-old former Who Wants to Be a Millionaire host said only Terry Wogan was more visible on the airwaves than Schofield, which was fine because the 77-year-old is 'funny and likeable, and bright as a button' , whereas the same could not be said for the former This Morning star. Speaking to The Telegraph, Tarrant said: 'Schofield, they always said, 'Oh, but he's a safe pair of hands.' Did anyone ever say, 'Ooh it's five to eight, got to get home quick because there's a safe pair of hands is on?'' He concluded: 'Dear oh dear. Those shows he did – Dancing on Ice, The Cube, everything –were mainly c***' Schofield , 63, left ITV in 2023 after admitting he lied about having a consensual relationship with a younger man, who worked as a runner on This Morning. The presenter said he helped the teenager secure work experience with the channel when he was around 19 but denied having any form of sexual contact with him until he was around 20 years old. Elsewhere in the interview, Tarrant said that radio people are 'much nicer generally' than television stars. 'You can get away with stuff on telly when people think you're a wonderful human being because you do 13 weeks a year, you put on your suit and go into this smarmy smile mode,' he said. 'There are people who are not very nice on television who get away with it because they do the image for an hour then go back and scream at everybody in the dressing room. And I do know one of two of them.' Tarrant was Who Wants to Be a Millionaire's first host when it launched on ITV in 1998 and went on to present it for 30 series before leaving the programme in 2014. It was revived for a special season in 2018, and has been presented by Jeremy Clarkson ever since.
Edinburgh Live
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Chris Tarrant savages Phillip Schofield as he points out 'nasty little trick'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Chris Tarrant has lashed out at Phillip Schofield, exposing a "nasty little trick" he believes is deployed by some TV hosts. The ex-Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? host scoffed at Schofield's endeavour to regain the public's good graces after last year's infamous Castaway episode, which involved self-exile on a deserted island in an attempt to repair his reputation tarnished by an affair with a younger man while still married. Tarrant expressed his displeasure: "There was not a hint of apology or even a, 'Maybe I got things wrong'. Christ Almighty, " he fumed, unequivocally stating that Schofield "lost the plot" after years of fame, yet praised Terry Wogan, saying, "He was the most over-exposed man on television - maybe only Terry Wogan came close. But Terry was on constantly because he was brilliant, funny, sharp as anything. I adored him." READ MORE - BBC viewers gobsmacked by a bold moment in JADE's Glastonbury performance READ MORE - Gemma Atkinson shares heartbreaking message one year on from devastating loss Speaking to The Telegraph, Tarrant was critical of Schofield's charm, remarking: "'Safe pair of hands', they used to say. But honestly - did anyone ever rush home shouting, 'Quick, it's nearly eight o'clock, I must see the safe pair of hands!'? Dear oh dear." Tarrant didn't mince words about Schofield's history of primetime shows either, sharing his blunt appraisal: "Dancing On Ice, The Cube, all of it - mostly c--p.", reports the Express. Tarrant, whose broadcasting career began on the airwaves, has declared that radio is full of "much nicer people" in comparison to the cutthroat world of television. "On television, you can get away with murder if you've got a smile and a nice suit for 13 weeks a year," he expressed. "But some of them - and I do know a few - are all charm on-screen, then scream their heads off behind the scenes. It's a nasty little trick that only works for so long." The veteran TV host, known for his stints on Tiswas from 1974 to 1981 and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? till 2014, has scaled back his presence on TV following a five-decade-long illustrious broadcast tenure. Following the Covid-19 outbreak, Tarrant has become an increasingly rare sight on television. He explained during an interview with MailOnline: "52 years is a long time on air. I loved what I did. I had a really good time. But I went to the funerals of five really good mates, who were about the same age as me, and I thought, 'I don't know how long I've got left in life, but I don't want to spend it locked away in a studio'." Reflecting on his health scare in 2014 that almost pushed him out of the limelight sooner, Tarrant noted he had pondered quitting TV after suffering a mini-stroke, which called for speech therapy. Speaking candidly to MailOnline, Tarrant recalled: "I had a lucky escape. I can chat to you now, [my body] is working. But I did have to have speech therapy. It took a while to get everything back. It was scary."
Business Wire
18-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
ZMR Launches Two AI-Powered Vapes at 2025 Dubai World Vape Show
SHENZHEN, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ZMR teams is composed by people coming from different backgrounds, mainly the internet and Mobile phones, and of course, the vape industry. ZMR integrates internet and AI-driven technology into our product design process, combining supply chain, branding, sales channels and users into one cohesive ecosystem, and eventually creating smart vaping products and the ultimate vaping experience for vape users around the world. Headquartered in Shenzhen, we adopt a "country partners + local operations" strategy to deeply cultivate vape markets worldwide. At the 2025 Dubai World Vape Show, ZMR will unveil two industry-leading AI-powered vaping devices: 1. The Cube: Features groundbreaking design as the world's first 3-in-1 system compatible with 'Disposable, Refillable and CBD' pods. 2. The Motor: Adopts module system with a 2.4-inch touchscreen, offering large capacity customization through single-pod, dual-pods, multi-pods and open system configurations – significantly reducing users' long term expenses. ZMR products integrate built-in AI-driven technology and self-developed app connectivity to enable: Real-time monitor of battery level & e-liquid volume Personalised vape modes (work, fun, spree) Automatic pod type/flavor recognition Comprehensive health management (Nicotine intake control) Personalized usage analytics Consumer data protection Social network features The ZMR app's social features provide three core functions: 1. Search for nearby vapers (1) Open the app to discover nearby vapers and send connection requests (2) Receive real-time friend notifications with one-tap chat activation 2. Add friends by "Tapping" (NFC) "Tap-to-Connect": Simply touch phones/vape devices to exchange contacts 3. Community function: Share content, make interactions with other vapers SAMS, our Shop Administration and Management System, is an AI-driven channel management system exclusively developed by ZMR for our global partners. It provides full process monitoring, from production to delivery, and supports multi-role collaborative work. Each device is assigned a unique ID, enabling traceability of products and users, optimizing partner sales channel management, and providing robust digital analytics. From Our perspective: We can develop product strategies based on user preferences, precisely addressing the diverse needs of users across different regions, ages, and genders. From our distributors and partners' perspective: Sales channels can monitor real-time data, including capital turnover, product inventory, sales performance, and market expansion. Moving forward, ZMR will leverage AI, blockchain, and cloud computing technologies onto our products, delivering a richer, more diverse, secure, and personalized vaping experience to users worldwide.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Blue Square X Announces Inaugural Visionary Partner Awards Honoring 2024's Most Immersive Projects and Collaborators
Faena Residences Sales Center Faena Residences Sales Center The Cube at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center New York Yankees Spring Training Executive Conference Room The Cube at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center Vision X 163″ 4K LED displays at the Toledo Museum of art Vision X LED at Biggio's Houston, Texas Vision X Art Totem at Art Basel Pagani Residences, Miami ORLANDO, Fla., June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On the final day of InfoComm 2025, Blue Square X, a leader in immersive visual experiences and digital display innovation, proudly announced the recipients of its first annual Visionary Partner Awards, honoring standout partners and projects from 2024 that embody excellence, creativity, and forward-thinking collaboration. The Blue Square X Visionary Partner Awards recognize individuals and organizations who brought bold ideas to life through immersive storytelling, cutting-edge display technology, and architectural integration. 'These partners don't just deliver projects—they shape what's next,' said Chanan Averbuch, Director of Innovation at Blue Square X. 'We're honored to collaborate with visionaries who continually challenge the status quo and help us turn ambitious concepts into unforgettable experiences.' 2024 Visionary Partner Award Winners: Art Gallery Partner of the Year: Lehmann Maupin in collaboration with artist Jennifer Steinkamp Southeast AV Partner of the Year: Acoustic Architects + Faena Residences Museum Partner of the Year: Toledo Museum of Art West Coast AV Partner of the Year: 5 North Media / RIDA for Gaylord Pacific Resort and Convention Center, Chula Vista Manufacturing Partner of the Year: Chief Legrand for advancing the next generation of seamless LED walls Northeast AV Partner of the Year: Elyon Systems Real Estate Project of the Year: Pagani Residences, North Bay Village Emerging AV Partner of the Year: AVI Systems Forte – Houston Office, Biggio's Sports Project of the Year: New York Yankees Press Conference Integration From art galleries to stadiums, real estate showrooms to world-class museums, each honoree helped redefine what's possible when technology, design, and storytelling converge. 'We launched these awards to spotlight the creativity, precision, and partnership that fuels our work,' said Shari Sentlowitz, Director of Communications and Marketing at Blue Square X. 'Our success depends on those who dare to innovate with us—and this year's winners set the bar high.' As Blue Square X continues to grow across verticals including luxury real estate, art, retail, hospitality, and cultural institutions, the company remains committed to recognizing the partners who turn ambition into action—and light into experience. The Blue Square X Visionary Partner Awards will return in 2025 with expanded categories to honor even more of the AV and design professionals pushing boundaries in immersive technology. About Blue Square X Blue Square X is a digital experience innovation company that transforms imagination into reality by fusing powerful storytelling, art, cutting-edge technology, and architecture. With operations in New York and Miami, they specialize in crafting captivating and immersive visual experiences across a wide range of industries. Blue Square X's focus on cutting-edge technology and innovation drives business growth and enhances customer experiences. Stay up to date with Blue Square X on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and Youtube Media Contacts:Shari SentlowitzDirector of Communications and MarketingBlue Square X 201-951-2734Shari@ Photos accompanying this announcement are available at in to access your portfolio
