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Scotsman
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters cast: who is in ITV series?
3 . Helen George Call the Midwife star Helen George is part of the cast for this ITV series. She is best known for playing Trixie on the iconic BBC show. She said: 'I was asked whether I'd be interested and my initial thought was, this sounds so mad and amazing, of course I have to say yes. And then I started thinking about what was being asked of me. I am quite scared of swimming and I started to think, is this a good idea? Let alone the sharks. But I really wanted to push myself and it sounded like such an interesting thing to be part of and something I knew nothing about, and with an amazing group around me. So it just felt like a no-brainer.' | Plimsoll Productions/ITV Photo: Plimsoll Productions/ITV
Scotsman
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters cast: who is in ITV series?
3 . Helen George Call the Midwife star Helen George is part of the cast for this ITV series. She is best known for playing Trixie on the iconic BBC show. She said: 'I was asked whether I'd be interested and my initial thought was, this sounds so mad and amazing, of course I have to say yes. And then I started thinking about what was being asked of me. I am quite scared of swimming and I started to think, is this a good idea? Let alone the sharks. But I really wanted to push myself and it sounded like such an interesting thing to be part of and something I knew nothing about, and with an amazing group around me. So it just felt like a no-brainer.' | Plimsoll Productions/ITV Photo: Plimsoll Productions/ITV
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Rescue Shocked After Finding Stray Cat in Michigan, Who Is the Missing Pet of a Person in Germany
Trixie the cat was found as a stray in Montague, Mich., before being brought to Oceana County Animal Friends The shelter scanned the cat for a microchip and found one loaded with contact information for an owner in Germany Trixie the cat had been missing for 5 years before the shelter found her pet parentA woman and her cat are set to reunite after being apart for five years; the pet parent just needs to cross an ocean first. According to WZZM13, about six months ago, a family in Montague, Mich., found a feline living as a stray and took it in. Unfortunately, the new addition did not get along with their current pets, so the family brought the black cat to Oceana County Animal Friends in hopes of finding the pet a new home. The animal welfare nonprofit's director, Amy VanderWilk, told WZZM13 that she took the cat to the veterinary office to be spayed and checked for a microchip. The scan revealed that the mysterious feline did have a microchip, one that showed the cat's name was Trixie and that her owner could be contacted — in Germany. According to VanderWilk, when the shelter heard back from the microchip company and confirmed Trixie's registered owner, Olga Heigis, lived in Germany, they were baffled. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. After the nonprofit contacted Heigis, the story of how a cat with a German phone number ended up in Michigan began to make sense. Per WZZM13, Heigis used to live in Montague, Mich., but moved to Germany in 2020 for her husband's job. Trixie, who lived in Michigan with Heigis, disappeared a few months before her owner's big move and wasn't found until five years later. Trixie had likely been a stray cat until she was rescued by the Monatgue family, who brought her to Oceana County Animal Friends. 'When I talked to [Heigis], she had a friend who was on the phone. And he just kept getting on the phone saying, "Oh my god, you've made her day. She's just so excited and she's so happy.' And I was just floored," VanderWilk said of Heigis' reaction to Trixie being found. Heigis has already made plans to return to Montague and retrieve her dear cat, VanderWilk told WZZM13. The two friends are expected to reunite before the end of July. "Could you imagine somebody would fly from Germany to pick up their cat?" VanderWilk mused. "I just think it's amazing that she'll come get her. It's very cool." Read the original article on People
Newsweek
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Hysterics Over Dog's Reaction to Cousin Coming for Sleepover: 'Arch Enemy'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A stare-down between a mini goldendoodle and her "archenemy," a long-haired Chihuahua, has left internet viewers in stitches. Logan Makenzee Benonis (@loganmakenzee), 24, from St. Augustine, Florida, posted the now-viral clip to her account, showing Piper perched in her mini armchair and staring down Trixie, who had just arrived for a short stay. The silent standoff between the two dogs quickly gained traction online, racking up more than 257,000 likes and over 2.3 million views. "Trixie (the small dog) was just dropped off to stay with us," Benonis told Newsweek. "I was working in my home office where Piper (big dog in the chair) was chilling in her chair like she normally does when I am working. "Trixie walked over toward my office, and Piper sat up and just gave her the death stare. They had about a two-minute stare-down until Trixie walked away." The hilarious moment was captioned: "It's giving bratty sister vibes." Piper, left, and Trixie, right, engage in a standoff at home. Piper, left, and Trixie, right, engage in a standoff at home. @loganmakenzee/@loganmakenzee "When your arch enemy of a cousin comes to stay the night," she wrote as the text overlay of the video. In follow-up clips, the passive-aggressive rivalry continued. At one point, Trixie managed to claim a spot on the beloved armchair, while Piper was relegated to the dog bed. By part three of the saga, Piper had reclaimed her spot—this time, on top of the couch—while her smaller cousin remained on the floor. Benonis described Piper as a 2-year-and-8-month-old mini goldendoodle with the energy and volume of a toddler. "We always joke that we didn't get a dog, but we got a kid instead," she said. "She is such a friendly dog and has the funniest personality." Piper has claimed her signature mini armchair for over two years now—a piece of furniture originally purchased for a friend's child. "As soon as we brought it home, Piper took it over, so we let her keep it and bought another one for our friend's kid," Benonis added. Trixie, on the other hand, is a nearly 15-year-old long-haired Chihuahua with a bold personality that belies her 8-pound frame. To beat the Florida heat, her fur is kept trimmed short in the summer. "Trixie has always been a bit feisty and very protective toward her people," said Benonis. "She does not act like a standard Chihuahua nor does she look like one." The tension between the two dogs dates back over two years, when Piper was first introduced to Trixie and immediately intimidated by her. "Trixie would boss Piper around, and Piper would just cave," Benonis said. "As Piper has gotten older, she's gotten more confident with herself and now loves to push Trixie's buttons." Despite the theatrical standoffs and jealous barking, Benonis said the rivalry never escalates. "They never get super aggressive with each other; they simply growl, bark, and have stare-downs," she added. They both love attention from their humans. Benonis said that nothing ever really changes between them. "They are cordial with each other; however, you can cut the tension with a knife," she added. "We never have to worry about a real altercation happening." Ultimately, Benonis said the two pups are more alike than they would like to admit. "Piper and Trixie are just dramatic dogs that cannot stand when the other one gets more attention. I always joke that they are actually best friends when we aren't around—and that it is all just a front LOL [laugh out loud]." TikTok viewers were quick to weigh in on the hilarious dynamic. "You'll never convince me poodle aren't people in poodle suits," one user posted. "That's the craziest looking dog I've ever seen," another said. A third commented: "That poodle is giving me [singer] Joey Breaux vibes." "Pls I zoomed in on that little dog, his eyes/eyebrows tripped me out for a solid minute," wrote Ashley Walker. "I'm tellin you guys I've seen human puppies and none of them looked as human as poodles," added Nia. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
The Independent
04-04-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Betway Grand National Offer 2025: £30 in Free Bets & 100 Free Spins
Most betting sites are ramping up their horse racing offers ahead of the Grand National, with the biggest race of the year capturing the imagination of betting novices and seasoned punters alike. And for anyone looking to maximise potential returns at Aintree, the Betway Grand National offer provides new customers with a £30 matched free bet and 100 free spins when they sign up using one of our links. This guide will walk punters through how to maximise the Betway Grand National free bets, as well as taking a look at the other Betway Grand National offers available this year. Betway Grand National Offer: How Does It Work? The Betway Grand National welcome offer is a 'money-back as free bets' promotion with some free spins at Betway's best online casino thrown in. To unlock this Betway Grand National offer, visit Betway using one of our links and register a new account. Next, place an accumulator bet as your first wager after signing up. If bettors meet the necessary requirements for the qualifying acca bet, they'll be eligible for the money back offer. That means if the acca doesn't win, they'll get their stake refunded in free bets, up to a maximum of £30. The free bets can be spent on any sport on Betway and can be used to wager on the Grand National. The 100 free spins are credited to customers, no matter the outcome of the qualifying bet. How to Claim The Betway Grand National Offer Step 1: Open a new account and make a deposit of at least £5 using a debit card. Step 2: Stake between £5 and £30 on a horse racing or football accumulator. Make sure the qualifying bet consists of at least three legs and has combined odds of 2/1 or greater. System bets (Trixie, Lucky 31 etc.) and bet builders will not qualify. Step 3: If your bet loses, Betway will refund your stake in free bets up to £30. Step 4: Regardless of the bet result, you'll receive 100 no-wagering free spins for the slots game More Unusual Suspects, worth 10p each. Step 5: Both free bets and free spins expire after seven days. Betway Grand National Offer Key Terms And Conditions Before claiming the Betway Grand National offer, make sure you understand the key terms and conditions of the welcome promotion (full T&Cs can be found on the Betway offer page): The offer is limited to new customers only. It is available to new UK & Ireland customers aged 18+ who register via a qualifying link. Bettors must make their first deposit using a debit card to qualify for the Betway Grand National offer. Deposits made via PayPal, Neteller, or Skrill will not count. Bettors can stake between £5 and £30 on the qualifying acca bet, which must consist of at least three legs and have combined odds of 2/1 or greater. Free bets will be credited within one hour of your qualifying bet being settled. Free bets can not be used to place multi-line multiple bets (e.g. Trixie's, Patents, Yankees etc.). Free bets and free spins are valid for 7 days from the time they are credited. No wagering requirements apply to the free spins, and winnings are paid in cash. How Does the Betway Grand National Offer Compare to Other Bookmakers? Most gambling sites will be running special offers for the Grand National, one of the biggest betting events of the year in the UK. The table below includes the Grand National offers from other bookmakers, so users can compare them with the Grand National Betway offer. Betway Grand National Offers & Promotions Betway is one of the best horse racing betting sites in the UK. Along with their new customer offer, Betway provide plenty of value for existing customers who like to bet on racing, with a range of Betway Grand National promotions available. Best Odds Guaranteed (BOG): Betway offer Bets Odds Guaranteed on all UK and Irish racing from 9am each day, including the Grand National. That means if the SP of your Grand National selection is higher than the price you took earlier, Betway will pay out at the better odds. 4 To Win: This is Betway's free-to-play game, available every day of the Grand National meeting. Correctly guess the winner of the four selected races to win a cash prize. Extra Places: Betway regularly offers enhanced each-way terms on key races and will do so for select races at the Aintree meeting. Free Bets Club: Bettors can unlock a £10 free Grand National bet when they join Betway's Free Bets Club and wager a minimum of £25 on sports multiples. This offer runs every week and punters can place bet builder bets to qualify. Betway Boosts: Check out the Betway Boosts page to find enhanced odds on various races and runners at the Grand National meeting. Live Streaming: Watch the Grand National and every race at Aintree live when you place a bet. Responsible Gambling Betway Grand National betting should only ever be considered a form of entertainment – it will never be a surefire way to make money. When taking part in any Betway horse racing offer, assume you'll lose and therefore, only wager what you can afford. Please take steps to remain in control of your time and budget. Make sure you use the responsible gambling tools offered by betting companies such as deposit limits, reality checks, loss limits and time outs. These can stop gambling from getting out of hand. The same applies if you're using new casino sites, slot sites, poker sites or any other form of gambling. If you have gambling-related concerns, then seek independent help. There are several UK charities and institutions that offer support, advice and information, with a few listed below:
