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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Louis Tomlinson QUITS X due to 'conspiracy chat' about his relationship with Zara McDermott, his son and even his late mother
Louis Tomlinson announced that he was quitting X on Monday due to 'conspiracy chat' about his personal life. The One Direction star, 33, said that comments about his new relationship with Zara McDermott, his son and even his late mother have driven him off the social media platform. Louis and the former Love Island star went public with their romance earlier this year after her split from Made In Chelsea star Sam Thompson. The singer also referenced his son Freddie, eight, in the X post. Louis shares Freddie with his ex Briana Jungwirth. The pair welcomed their son in 2016 following a brief fling. Meanwhile Louis tragically lost his mum Johannah Deakin in 2016 to leukaemia when she was just 43 years old. The One Direction star, 33, said that comments about his new relationship, his son and even his late mother have driven him off the social media platform Louis penned in his X post: 'The last few months have made it impossible to be on here. All the conspiracy chat about my relationship, my son or even stretching sometimes to opinions on my Mum. 'It's just too much and too hurtful for me to see! Thank you to everyone who always has my back!' And back in May he had posted saying: 'Haven't really used this (X) much for a while. Seems to be such a weird place these days... 'Anyway feeling really good about the next record. Staying positive.' The post comes after last week Zara showed her support for Louis as she was spotted at his concert in Zurich. The Love Island star, 28, and the boy band icon are believed to have started dating in March. And last Friday, she proved their relationship is going from strength to strength as she was seen enjoying his gig in the Swiss city. In a TikTok video shared by user @katiexstyles, Zara could be seen singing and dancing along to one of Louis' songs from a private box. Louis penned in his X post: 'The last few months have made it impossible to be on here. All the conspiracy chat about my relationship, my son or even stretching sometimes to opinions on my Mum' Dressed in a simple white crop top, the reality star appeared in great spirits as she joined in with the crowd's excitement. It came just weeks after Zara was spotted dancing with Louis in the crowd at Worthy Farm during Skepta's set at Glastonbury. Louis could be seen with his arms wrapped around Zara who flopped her head back onto his shoulder while enjoying the music. A fellow festival-goer captioned the post: 'Glastonbury is mad because you can be dancing to Skepta and boom Louis Tomlinson is next to you.' Others couldn't get over the couple's kooky PDA and rushed to the comments: 'Literally is Zara well in this? LOL': 'It's so funny'. In an interview before she travelled to Somerset for the festival, Zara also broke her silence on her split from Sam Thompson, 32. The couple, who featured on Made In Chelsea together, had enjoyed a five-year relationship before calling time on their romance in January. Zara made headlines after swiftly moving on with One Direction star Louis, with the pair spotted enjoying a date together in early March. Their romance continued to blossom as they jetted off on holiday together, before Louis and Zara's ex Sam came face-to-face for the first time at Soccer Aid last month. A seemingly awkward interaction ensued, with Louis reportedly blanking Sam following the match at Old Trafford despite holding 'peace talks' at the team hotel earlier. The woman at the centre of the drama was however nowhere to be seen, with Zara later admitting the reaction to her love life has been 'frustrating'. She told The Sun: 'The only thing in my life worth writing about is the work I do.' The star also revealed that, despite still posting glamorous snaps to Instagram, she no longer spends much time on social media and is more grounded in her 'relationships'. 'I don't care about social media as much as I used to, or about the aesthetic or the image, I value so much real relationships and real support around me, and being that to other people,' she added. 'I'm a totally different person to the one I was when I was 21 years old and stepped into what appeared to be a glitzy world of showbiz, my day to day life is not at all glitz and glamour.' Zara and Louis have since seemingly gone from strength to strength, with the couple pictured looking smitten during their Glastonbury weekend. Zara certainly got the family seal of approval as she was snapped cuddling up to Louis's sister Lottie. Their relationship has the added strength of the blessing of his make-up artist sibling Lottie, 26, with whom he has a close bond. Taking to Instagram, Lottie shared a plethora of snaps from her time at the festival at Worthy Farm, which she enjoyed with Louis, Zara and fiancé Lewis Burton. Proving she was accepting of her brother's new romance, Lottie snuggled in close to Zara, who wrapped an arm around her waist, as they posed in the field together. Fans were quick to take to the comments to share their excitement over the seemingly newfound friendship between Zara and her boyfriend's sister. They penned: 'YOU AND ZARA OMG'; 'You and Zara are my favorite duo!' 'Nice when your siblings and partners get along so well'
CNA
5 days ago
- Business
- CNA
Why Gen Z workers are not afraid to quit their jobs
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RNZ News
09-07-2025
- Health
- RNZ News
Want to stop vaping but don't know how? We've got you
science health 16 minutes ago Vaping is often marketed as a tool to ween yourself off smoking - but of course, nicotine vapes are also addictive, so what happens when you want to call it quits altogether? A recent study has surveyed over 1000 Kiwis to better understand why and how people quit vaping. The findings reveal some interesting trends and some great practical tips for quitting. The co-author of the study, Joya Kemper, spoke to Jesse.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘The Office' Actor Craig Robinson Claims He's ‘Officially Quitting Comedy' to Focus on His ‘True Calling': ‘I'm Following Something Bigger'
Craig Robinson might be leaving comedy for good. In a recent video post on Instagram, 'The Office' actor revealed that he is giving up comedy to focus on 'something bigger.' In the caption of the post, he wrote, 'Life update: I'm officially quitting comedy to focus on my true calling. Stay tuned. I'm working on something huge.' More from Variety 'The Office' Star Rainn Wilson Says the Show Was a 'Struggle' After Steve Carell Left: 'We Knew it Was Coming For a Long Time' 'The Office' Star Jenna Fischer Says a One-Word Improvisation 'Got Me' the Role of Pam: It Was 'So Scary' Jenna Fischer Says the Later Seasons of 'The Office' Are 'Really Good' Despite 'Belief' that the Show Was 'Treading Water' After Steve Carell's Exit: 'There Were Still These Amazing Storylines' 'Hey, everybody! Just wanted you to hear it from me: I am quitting comedy,' Robinson said in the video. 'But not for nothing. It's been an amazing run, and y'all have been amazing and wonderful, but I'm following something bigger. So, thank you so much, I love you and stay tuned.' However, it seems likely that Robinson's claims are part of a stunt of some kind. In addition to his cheery social media announcements, billboards have popped up in Los Angeles that read 'Craig Robinson Is Quitting Comedy' — a potential indicator that there's a brand deal responsible for the news to build up hype around an upcoming ad campaign. Robinson teased what his next venture might be in a follow-up post, asking for advice about how to start a small business. He wrote in the caption, 'Turns out having a dream and building a business with your friends are two VERY different things. I can't go into detail just yet, but for real though any help would be huge.' Robinson broke out playing warehouse foreman Darryl Philbin across 118 episodes of 'The Office.' Some of his other notable TV credits include 'The Cleveland Show,' 'American Dad,' 'Mr. Robot,' 'What We Do in the Shadows,' 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine,' 'Killing It' and 'Big Mouth.' On the film side, Robinson has appeared in 'Hot Tub Time Machine,' 'This Is the End,' 'Sausage Party,' 'Dolemite Is My Name' and 'The Bad Guys.' Robinson still has a few projects on the horizon before stepping away from comedy. He will soon appear in the Netflix animated adventure 'In Your Dreams' and 'The Bad Guys 2.' Best of Variety Oscars 2026: George Clooney, Jennifer Lopez, Julia Roberts, Wagner Moura and More Among Early Contenders to Watch New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts?
Daily Mail
31-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
I quit my job to travel - this is the money mistake I made and how to avoid it
We're often told quitting is weak, a way out for those not headstrong enough to handle certain pressures, but I couldn't disagree more. The first time I quit a job was back in 2009, leaving my first London-based magazine office job in exchange for 12 months of exploration through 15 countries on a seriously tight budget. And the last came about just over 15 months ago, when I decided to become a full-time freelance travel writer. At 38, it was one of the scarier leaps to make, yet undoubtedly one of the best decisions I've ever made. But there are definitely a few things I wish I'd known before jumping into the unknown… here's what I've learnt along the way. Don't dawdle, time is precious The younger you are, the easier it is to quit. I was just 23 when I first quit a job for a year-long backpacking trip, and I made the decision instantly as soon as I'd saved enough money. I had a few worries about how easy it would be to get employed when I returned, but they were soon forgotten as soon as I hit the road. Yet, quitting in your 30s is a different ball game. I deliberated for three long years before I finally plucked up the courage to do it, and you know what? I wish I had done it much, much sooner. Making the decision was by far the hardest thing about it, but once it was done, I've never regretted it or looked back. What I've come to realise now is that time is so precious; We don't know how long we're going to be here, so if you're not happy with your current situation, it's worth changing whatever you can, as soon as possible. It'll cost more than you planned for While I like to travel in a more refined way these days, I was a budget backpacking pro in my 20s, and managed to spend spend just £7,000 in a year visiting 15 countries. But before I set out, I had only planned to spend £5,000 before realising mid-way through that wasn't enough. For this reason, I always make sure I have saved enough to last my entire trip, plus money to live off when returning home and looking for a new job, and extra cash for unplanned issues while I'm away. If in doubt, save at least £2-3,000 more than you think you need. And if you have a student loan, you also need to think about the interest, which, regardless of being fairly low, adds up over the duration of your trip away. You may have to take a pay cut when you return After my first long-term trip, I managed to secure a new job a couple of months after returning to the UK, yet the salary was just £17,000 - much lower than the job I had left. But a job is a job, and I took it and managed to survive by living in a large London house share, cycling everywhere, and taking a packed lunch to work every day. It was sometimes tricky, but it definitely wasn't the end of my career, and I got a good pay rise a year later. Friends and family will cast doubts over your decision The beauty of human beings is that we are all very different; we think in different ways, we have different passions, and completely different fears, so don't be surprised if people place their fears on you. When contemplating quitting a job, over 80 percent of the people you talk to will tell you not to do it. But it's important to listen to your instincts. It's your life, and you have to live it in a way that's true to you. If travel is important to you and you're in a secure financial position, thank friends and family for their advice, but don't let them discourage you if it's what your heart is telling you to do. It's not that big of a deal When you're in the routine of life, doing the same thing day in and day out, breaking that cycle can feel like the biggest deal. But guess what? It's not that wild. 'Once you begin to travel, you will realise that the world is full of people living in unique ways,' says Lydia, pictured in Yerevan, Armenia Once you begin to travel, you will realise that the world is full of people living in unique ways. People of all ages travel, volunteer, move countries, fall in love, and change their entire life plans. I've met widows who've sold everything to travel alone long-term, families who've pulled their kids out of school for adventure, and many, many people who have moved across the world for love. You may lose friends Being in a position where you can quit your job can be triggering for people who aren't as free. Debts, mortgages, family, and illness can all prevent people from doing some of the things they might want to, and so it can be difficult for them to see others doing it. And that goes for both parties - there are things my friends have that I might hanker after at points on the road. But good friends are supportive through whatever situation you happen to be going through, and vice versa. If big decisions filter out some people in your circle, it's not a bad thing; the friends remaining will be friends for life. It's not that scary out there Social media and news outlets overflow with horror stories from around the globe, showcasing the worst of humanity on a daily basis - it's no wonder many are afraid to go out of their comfort zones. And while, of course, it's imperative to be sensible (especially when travelling alone as a woman), people the world over are generally very kind and generous. Some of my most memorable moments have been with wonderfully warm strangers who have treated me like family. And it's for moments like those that I continue to travel.
