KATIE Price has revealed just how much weight she’s really lost after sharing a picture of her five years ago along with a recent snap.
The former glamour model, 48, has been open about her drastic weight loss and said she was undergoing tests to get to the bottom of it.
Katie Price shared a before and after snap of her weight lossCredit: Katie Price/Splash/BackgridThe former glamour model has been open about her shrinking frameCredit: Alamy
Katie’s family has shared concerns over her slim frameCredit: AlamyThe media personality said she has undergone tests by doctors to get to the bottom of itCredit: PA
She posted a picture of her much slimmer frame now as she showed off her thin legs and small waist.
In the recent snaps, Katie is seen wearing black leggings and a skintight gym top.
The star shared the comparison on her Facebook page amid growing concerns from her family.
In June, the former pin-up showed off her outfit, which was a tight grey t-shirt and leggings.
“I am so stressed at the minute. Look, I’m just losing weight,” Katie said.
She then likened her slim body to an 80s cartoon character: “I actually look like a Skeletor. Look, look at that gap.”
The star then added: “Life in general is stress but I’m good.
“What I mean is I’m good and everything but obviously it takes a toll on your body.
“Because my adrenaline is like… That’s what it is, it’s the adrenaline pumping.”
The 19-year-old influencer opened up about trolls in season two of herITVshowPrincess Diaries.
Opening up about the topic, Princess told Kerry Katona’s daughter and good pal Heidi: “I feel bad for mum as she is not the most happy with herself, people all slate her for how she looks.
“I posted a vid of her out shopping the other day and the comments made me feel sick. I’ve never seen anything like it.
“We’ve all told her she looks skinny but why do other people have a right to comment on it. The amount of hate she got was awful.”
Princess – daughter of Katie and Peter Andre, who split when she was two – then opened up about her views on plastic surgery – following her mum’s well-documented history of going under the knife.
The teen said: “I’m not against surgery but not now, I don’t want it. You have to let your body develop at this stage.”
Last year, Katie’s sister Sophie went on to reveal that their mum Amy called the star to say she was worried about her weight loss.
Sophie revealed: “Mum called me the other day and said I’m going to have a word with Kate because she’s too thin. I think mum saw a picture on Instagram and she wasn’t happy.”
Katie responded: “My legs do look thin, but I like it.”
TheI’m A Celebritystar’s rapid weight loss has been a topic of discussion for a while now, with even her fans being worried about her.
Forget high prices or website glitches. With more than 12 million people registering for 2028 Olympics tickets, even getting a chance to browse the ticket shelves was hard to come by.
LA28 said in a statement Friday that more opportunities to buy Olympic tickets will come in 2027, including the first first-come, first-served ticket sales.
The first two ticket drops this year drew historic interest, with fans from more than 200 countries registering. LA28 sold 4 million tickets in its first drop in April, and time slot notifications hit inboxes Wednesday and Thursday for Drop 2, which lasts from Aug. 10-20. The 48-hour purchasing windows were granted through random lottery, but even a guaranteed slot to purchase didn’t prevent headaches as the ticketing system was fraught with technical glitches and high website traffic.
The next year will bring significant movement in the Games ticketing process as Olympic sales continue, Paralympic tickets are made available for the first time and the official ticket resale platform opens.
Fans who have already registered for Olympic tickets are automatically entered into the Paralympic ticket process, which will begin with the same draw system that started the Olympic ticketing process. The Paralympics, which will come to L.A. for the first time, open on Aug. 15, 2028, at SoFi Stadium and close on Aug. 27 at the Coliseum.
AXS and Eventim are LA28’s official secondary ticket marketplace, and other verified resale platforms will include Ticketmaster and Sports Illustrated Tickets. The secondary market allows fans to re-sell their tickets, potentially opening chances to see sold-through or popular sports, but the prices could fluctuate drastically. Secondary ticket resale prices will not be capped, LA28 said in a statement, as the organization’s ticket process “will follow federal law and regulations.”
Ticket prices stayed consistent between the first and second drops. LA28 said it would not use dynamic pricing for the early stages of ticketing, but prices could change as the Games get closer.
LA28 expects to sell 14 million tickets between the Olympics and Paralympics, which would break a sales record, eclipsing the 12 million tickets sold for Paris 2024 Games.
KATIE Price will watch her son Junior Andre performing later this month after he banned her from attending his gigs.
The star is gearing up to re-launch his music career after two years of professional setbacks with an epic comeback performance.
Katie Price will watch her son perform later this month – after he banned her from his gigsCredit: Louis WoodJunior Andre will be taking to the stage at the Hair and Beauty AwardsCredit: Getty
Now, The Sun can reveal that Katie will be front and centre to see her son belt out his comeback track.
Junior will be taking to the stage in Manchester at the AO Arena to perform at the Hair and Beauty Awards later this month.
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And mum Katie has been signed up to hand out one of the event’s top prizes.
An insider told The Sun: “Junior is super excited about getting back on the stage after a few years.
Katie will be presenting at the same event that he is booked to perform atCredit: PA:Press AssociationIt marks a huge return to music for JuniorCredit: Getty
“Katie had previously not had a chance to see him sing but this is a fantastic opportunity to finally see her son in action.
“Princess is also going to be at the event so it will be a real family affair.
“They are all super looking forward too it and cannot wait for the big night!”
Junior had previously admitted on The Princess Diaries that he had had to forego having his mum watch his gigs in order to avoid run-ins with his dad Peter.
Junior’s comeback performance is marking a huge turning point for the star after he faced a string of musical setbacks following the release of his debut single, Slide.
At the event, he is on the bill alongside a series of noughties music legends – joining the company of Professor Green, Tinchy Stryder and Dappy.
Organisers say the bookings are designed to give the 2026 awards a more ‘live entertainment’ feel, blending industry recognition with a full-scale show.
Sophie Lux, founder and CEO of the UK Hair and Beauty Awards, said: “We wanted to bring back that feeling of songs everyone knows every word to. These are artists who were on the radio constantly, who soundtracked people’s lives, and it just felt like the right energy for Manchester.
“The HBAs has always been about celebration, but this year we’re really turning it into a full night out. It’s about entertainment, performance, and creating moments people remember.”
Returning once again as host of the main ceremony is I’m A Celebrity star Jake Quickenden, who fronted last year’s event and will lead the night’s awards and performances.
Despite the big rise in profits, BP chief executive Meg O’Neill said the company was not reaching its full potential.
BP, which employs nearly 14,000 people in the UK, confirmed plans to move further away from clean energy, revealing plans to sell off its US renewable natural gas business Archaea.
O’Neill said this was part of her plan to prioritise “value, not sentiment or history”.
“We have to focus on the assets with the strongest potential to deliver competitive returns and long-term value,” she said.
Last week, BP announced it was putting its North Sea business up for sale in a move that would end 60 years of production in the region by the company.
Russ Mould, investment director at AJ Bell, said the sell-offs intended to make the business more streamlined.
“O’Neill will be aware she cannot rely on oil and gas prices remaining this high indefinitely,” he said.
“She needs to make sure it can prosper even when the backdrop is less helpful.”
The bumper profits reported by oil companies have led to an angry response from campaign groups.
Angharad Hopkinson, from environmental group Greenpeace, said BP’s results showed that “corporate gains have become entirely divorced from the public good”.
“Prolonging this parasitic relationship by trying to squeeze the last few drops of expensive oil out of the North Sea is sheer folly,” Hopkinson said.
Simon Francis, co-ordinator of the End Fuel Poverty Coalition, said oil firms “have banked more billions from a crisis that has created real hardship for millions of households”.
“The lesson is not to hand yet more tax breaks to an industry posting billions in profit every quarter, but to use Windfall Tax receipts to clear the record energy debt households built up during the crisis,” he said.
Energy firms operating in the UK are subject to a windfall tax – called the Energy Profits Levy – that was introduced in 2022.
However, the tax only applies to profits made from extracting oil and gas in the UK.
Katie Price has revealed she is recording a new albumCredit: GettyIt comes amid her fourth husband Lee Andrews’ recent prison dramaCredit: wesleeeandrews/instagram
The former glamour girl revealed her big music news on her podcast, The Katie Price Show, during a chat with her sister Sophie.
In the conversation, Katie chatted about how she had met R&B star Ginuwine, through her producer friend Shay.
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The star then let slip that this was the person who was helping to relaunch her pop career.
Katie said: “So, basically Shay, who’s doing my album at the minute.”
Katie previously teased her pop comeback back in May, when she again said on her podcast: “I’m in the studio tomorrow, recording a new original track, not a cover. So I’m excited!”
It comes after her son Junior also recently teased new musicCredit: Instagram/officialjunior_andreKatie has tried a number of times over the years to be a pop starCredit: PA:Press Association
To date, the wannabe pop star has only released one studio album, which was A Whole New World, which she recorded in 2006 with her ex-husband Peter Andre.
In the 20 years since, she has only released a handful of singles, including Free To Love Again, Hurricane and last year’s Best Of Me.
Travelling by plane is considered the easiest option if you’re going abroad. But one woman showed how it’s a lot simpler than you think getting to the Mediterranean island without a plane
Palermo is the capital of Sicily island(Image: Getty Images)
The idea of travelling is fun, no matter what form it comes in. Recently one woman travelled from the UK to Spain without flying and people couldn’t quite believe how much it cost her.
Now the same traveller has tried a different route abroad – and it’s a lot easier than you think. Known as Claire’s Footsteps, the adventure-seeker embarked on the trip from the UK to Sicily and decided to do it completely without jumping on a plane. Although the trip might seem a little bit more complex than one flight, it was an experience Claire would never forget.
The traveller began her TikTok post: “You can easily travel from London to Sicily by train and this is exactly how much it costs.” Claire revealed it’s an average £100 on the Eurostar from London to Paris then you can take a £80 high-speed train to Milan.
She added: “You’ll need to stay in Milan for a night and the best deal I found is £107 then it’s £102 for a sleeper train all the way to Sicily and this includes your own private cabin.
“The craziest part is that this train goes straight onto a ferry, you don’t even need to get off the train, although I definitely would recommend to see the views.”
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Claire revealed it takes about three hours to Palermo, the vibrant capital city of Sicily. Otherwise you can get off at Syracuse, the historic coastal city famous for its ancient Greek ruins.
She concluded: “And you’ve arrived in Sicily without flying.”
In total, Claire roughly estimated the trip cost her £389, based on average prices at this time.
The travel from London to Sicily without a plane is not easy. It’s a very long journey taking about 28 to 48 hours across multiple trains and a ferry. Also it requires multiple connections, including the Eurostar and Italian sleeper trains.
People weren’t completely set on the idea of travelling to Sicily without any planes.
One wrote: “I don’t know why anyone would do this trip over a cheap flight!! Just why?!” Another added: “Or £50 on Ryanair.”
Is No-Fly Travel Worth It? Costs, Durations & Highlights
Travelling to Sicily from the UK without flying is a highly scenic and eco-friendly adventure. It would feature a rare train-on-a-boat ferry crossing, making it an incredibly unique experience.
While the cost is significantly more than a flight, it can also be stressful as delays on one leg could lead to missed connections. It also requires careful timing when booking separate tickets across multiple rail operators.
Sicily is the largest Mediterranean island and a popular travel destination for many. Located just off the “toe” of Italy’s “boot”, its rich history is reflected in sites like the Valley of the Temples and in the Byzantine mosaics at the Cappella Palatina.
Meanwhile towards the eastern edge is Mount Etna, one of Europe’s highest active volcanoes.
Travellers are loving a handy suitcase hack that is going viral on TikTokCredit: GettyThe trick involves placing a packed suitcase inside an empty suitcase to save on baggage feesCredit: Unknown
For those looking to save on pesky baggage fees, TikTok may have just found the answer.
A user has posted a video to the social media site giving holidaymakers a sneaky travel hack for those planning on bringing back a mountain of holiday souvenirs and shopping.
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The viral trick involves placing a large packed suitcase inside an empty one.
Zip them both up, check them into hold luggage and you’ve managed to take away two bags for the price of one.
Travellers can then fill the empty suitcases with a host of holiday purchases and bring the two bags back on the return flight, ideal for those heading on long-distance trips.
You will obviously need to pay for both suitcases on your return, but you’ll have scrimped some cash on the outbound flight.
It also means you won’t need to buy an extra suitcase during your trip if you already had spares at home.
However, an even handier hack has emerged online for those looking to max out their holiday packing.
Pop a smaller packed suitcase inside a large suitcase for your outbound flight.
On the return, you can check in the larger suitcases filled to the brim with new purchases and souvenirs, and keep the smaller bag as your free carry- on bag.
The result is only having to pay for one checked bag on each flight.
Fans of the popular hack poured praise on the social media platform.
“This is absolutely freakin’ brilliant,” wrote one user.
Another added: “Doing this for years, saves you space in the big suitcase and gives you extra space once you use it as a carry-on the way back.”
“This is a great idea because I have about 55 suitcases from each time I had to buy an extra one,” said another.
Another said: “Oh my god new life hack unlocked.”
A savvy packing hack has also been doing the rounds on social media, helping shoppers whittle down their wardrobe into just nine essential items.
The trick means you can save on baggage fees by only bringing one free hand luggage bag.
KATIE Price has made a rare reference to her infamous feud with Victoria Beckham – 26 years after their war over Dane Bowers.
During the latest episode of her podcast The Katie Price Show, the 48-year-old shared her surprising true feelings about Victoria, 52.
Katie made a rare comment about her infamous feud with VictoriaCredit: Louis Wood News Group Newspapers LtdThe women went to war in 2000 over Katie’s then-boyfriend Dane BowersCredit: Samir Hussein/^WireImage
Speaking to sister Sophie, 36, Katie insisted she is completely over their fall-out and would even welcome the chance to bump into her.
She said: “I’ve got no issue with Victoria.
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“There’s no feud between us. Well, I don’t know if she has one against me. If I saw her, I’d say hello, I haven’t got a problem.”
In 2000, when Katie was still working as her glamour model alter-ego Jordan, the famous women went to war over Katie’s then-boyfriend Dane, 46.
Victoria teamed up with Dane for her debut solo single after leaving Spice GirlsCredit: Alamy Stock PhotoKatie has confessed their close working relationship made her paranoidCredit: Richard Young
After Spice Girl Victoria and Another Level singer Dane launched their solo careers, they teamed up with True Steppers for garage anthem Out of Your Mind.
It was Victoria’s first single after Spice Girls split and Katie later confessed their close working relationship during the mammoth promotional trail for the track sparked insecurities about her relationship with Dane.
Writing in her autobiography Being Jordan, she said: “I thought something was going on, I thought, ‘is he obsessed with her?’”
Katie also took aim at Victoria during interviews, criticising her for wearing a fake lip ring during performances with Dane.
And Posh was no better during the catfight, firing back: “Jordan does full frontals with her crotch and t**s out and she says I’m a bad influence by wearing a fake ring? I think she’s vile.”
Things between the warring women came to a head when, according to Katie, Victoria turned mean girl when she visited the players lounge at Manchester United, where Posh’s husband David, 51, played at the time.
Katie maintains to this day that, upon spotting her, Victoria launched into a rendition of Who Let The Dogs Out.
In 2024 Katie dragged up the past during an episode of her podcast, saying: “I remember them days with Victoria Beckham.
“When she sang Who Let The Dogs Out at me in the Manchester United Lounge.”
KATIE Price has revealed son Harvey is getting his first tattoo aged 24 – leaving sister Sophie horrified.
The former glamour model, 48, was discussing her plans for more ink during the latest episode of her podcast when she told how her eldest son has been asking for his own tattoo.
Sophie was horrified by Katie’s decision to allow Harvey to get a tattooCredit: Katie Price./YouTube/BackgridHarvey lives with ADHD, autism, genetic condition Prader-Willi Syndrome, and septo-optic dysplasia, which causes blindnessCredit: WireImage
Speaking on The Katie Price Show, she said: “Harvey keeps asking… he wants a little frog done [on his hand]. A tiny little frog.”
Sophie, 36, made her feelings on the subject instantly clear, saying: “No. Don’t let Harv have a tattoo.”
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Mum-of-five Katie replied: “But he really wants one.”
Shaking her head, Sophie said: “No. Don’t do that to him, Kate.”
After a pause, Katie explained how she and children Junior, 21, and Princess, 19 – who she shares with ex-husband Peter Andre – were planning to also have frogs, famously Harvey’s favourite animal, inked on them.
Harvey lives with ADHD, autism, genetic condition Prader-Willi Syndrome, and septo-optic dysplasia, which causes blindness.
Defending her decision to allow Harvey to have the tattoo, Katie said: “He is 24, he is a man. I know he’s got complex needs.
“Harvey knows what a tattoo is because he sees them on me and has seen me get them done.
“Where do we stand on this? Because if he wants it, why can’t he?”
Sophie argued: “But Harv’s mental age isn’t 24, is it? It’s a lot younger. So I would think of it in that respect. He can’t make a decision without you or someone else there.”
Katie confessed that she is struggling with where to draw the line when it comes to Harvey’s capability to make certain decisions.
She said: “This is a good conversation. If it was him signing a form, then no.”
Katie then explained how Harvey is very aware of his popularity on social media, where he has 348,000 followers, and revealed he asks for his artwork to be posted on the platform for his fans.
Clearly wanting to allow Harvey to live as normal a life as possible, Katie also shared plans to take him to Ibiza after he expressed a desire to go to a nightclub.
KATIE Price has suffered more financial woe – she’s closed down her horse-riding clobber brand and dissolved the firm, we can reveal.
Her KP Equestrian Ltd firm sold items including riding leggings, body warmers and a range of T-shirts and other tops for women, men and kids.
Katie Price’s KP Equestrian Ltd firm has been closed downCredit: GettyThe former glamour model has long been a lover of horsesCredit: Getty Images – Getty
The outfit company was removed from the register at Companies House this week.
Katie had previously been spotted flogging the £34 hoodies on stalls set up at horse riding events.
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But she’s now stopped selling the gear and shut the firm’s website – which until recently had ex-lover Carl Woods modelling clothes.
The brand’s Instagram page hasn’t been updated for two years and a link to the company website is now dead.
She launched the venture – designed to “dazzle in the saddle” – after it was revealed she owed more than £3 million.
Latest books for KP Equestrian Ltd filed to Companies House show the outfit company had just £1,000 in its bank balance and was worth a total of £15,000.
In 2022, it was worth £26,269.
This comes as Katie’s husband, Lee Andrews faces mounting prison fines and financial demands exceeding £100,000 to £120,000 from his detentions in Dubai’s Al-Awir prison.
Katie made it clear in an interview with us that she would not cover the cost.
She stated to us in a chat with our very own Clemmie Moodie: “There’s nothing I can do. I’m not here to pay anything for anyone.
KP Equestrian first launched in September 2008, closed in 2017, and was officially relaunched in December 2021Credit: Getty – ContributorThis comes as Katie says she won’t pay for her husband Lee’s prison feesCredit: wesleeeandrews/instagram
“I’ve got my own life. Even though he’s part of my life.”
Back to her clothing brand, Katie told would-be buyers on her website: “Horses have always been a big part of my life since I was a little girl.
“I used to spend hours at the yard when I was a teenager grooming, mucking out, learning to ride, trimming, practising my plaiting, hanging out with friends, grooming again and just being around the horses.
“As my life got busier and more hectic, I always made time for the horses, as it’s the only place where I could fully switch off and just enjoy my hobby.
“Horses are my happy place and where I can take time out and calm my soul. I love their company, feel, presence and even their smell.
“There’s nothing quite like the feeling when you turn up to the yard.
“With horses having been such a large part of my life for so long I’ve focused on getting my KP Equestrian range ready for you all, as it means so much to me.
“So you too can Dazzle in the Saddle and we can all share in our riding experiences.
“Our clothing has been developed with the comfort & style of riders in mind.
“Kids, menswear & horsewear to follow soon.
“It’s a process I have really loved. Designing the products that I have always wanted with my own sparkle added.”
But the enterprise has failed to dazzle customers.
She even told Junior about her hopesCredit: ITVThe former couple have never been in the same room since their divorce – but that could soon changeCredit: Getty
Princess said to her: “For my official launch, I will probably just invite close family and friends.”
Katie went quiet as she replied: “Yeah… I mean, I still haven’t met up with your dad face-to-face yet.
“It is weird, isn’t it?”
Princess agreed before adding: “But everything happens for a reason1”
Katie then appeared to take a swipe at Peter and their split as she added: “Does it?
“I think some things could have been avoided but it is what it is and you just move on.”
Princess nevously smiled after her mum’s comments before the conversation drew to a quick close.
Later on, Princess told brother Junior of her latest plan.
Before their chat, Princess told the camera: “It is so important for me that for my official launch, I have as many friends and family there as possible.”
She then said to Junior and his girlfriend: “Mum and Dad are in a truce now so I am just gonna invite Mum and Dad and whoever wants to come, comes.
“It might be quite awkward though.”
Junior appeared unconvinced by the plan as he replied: “Yeah, their first time in a room?
“When I used to perform, I never invited mum and dad to one show so it could be good and they’ve got a truce.
“And it is about you and supporting you so yeah, I love that.”
Katie Price left her son Junior mortified with a shocking revelationCredit: ITVJunior Andre was left with his head in his hands after Katie admitted she had a ‘hairy muff’Credit: ITV
Katie replied: “That’s what I mean you’re following in my footsteps.”
Speaking candidly on her mum‘s cheeky venture, Princess said in her confessional: “It’s actually really interesting to hear mum talk about starting to build her career.
“Because like if a girl did that now at 18, it would be classed as very wrong so, it’s two different lives really.”
Podcast host Katie then went on to leave her kids – specifically Junior – gobsmacked by a surprise revelation.
She announced: “I had bit of a hairy muff back then though.”
Katie didn’t stop there, she added: “It was because I had red bikini on and the ironing board cover would take it off and I had like a little triangle.”
Junior said: “Mate that I…I don’t like…”
“It’s part of your mum’s journey and after that I bought out cups with me topless on them,” added Katie.
Mortified Junior decided to remain silent as his mum opened up on her sexy merch.
Major central banks are confronting an increasingly difficult inflation landscape as multiple price pressures converge, raising questions over whether policymakers can continue treating inflation shocks as temporary.
The U.S. Federal Reserve, the Bank of Japan and the Bank of England all meet this week against a backdrop of elevated inflation driven by rising energy costs, geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, fiscal stimulus, labor market tightness and climate related risks.
While central banks have traditionally argued that isolated price shocks eventually fade without requiring aggressive monetary tightening, economists warn that today’s inflation environment is no longer defined by a single disruption but by several overlapping forces reinforcing one another.
Inflation remains well above target
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, is expected to remain significantly above the central bank’s 2 percent target.
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Economists expect headline PCE inflation to stand at 3.7 percent and core inflation, which excludes food and energy, at 3.3 percent.
Inflation has remained above the Fed’s target for more than five consecutive years, complicating expectations that price growth will naturally return to normal levels.
Energy prices return as a major concern
Renewed military tensions in the Middle East have pushed crude oil prices sharply higher, adding fresh uncertainty to the global inflation outlook.
Brent crude briefly climbed above $100 per barrel before easing, while volatility in oil markets has increased as conflict around the Gulf and Red Sea threatens global energy supplies.
Higher crude prices have translated into rising fuel costs, with average U.S. gasoline prices now more than 30 percent above levels recorded a year earlier.
For central banks, energy inflation remains particularly difficult because monetary policy cannot directly resolve geopolitical conflicts or supply disruptions.
Food inflation adds further pressure
Food prices are emerging as another source of concern.
Annual U.S. food inflation already stands near 3 percent, while forecasts suggest stronger El Niño weather conditions could reduce agricultural production and lift global food prices over the coming months.
Some projections indicate food inflation could approach 5 percent next year, adding further upward pressure to overall consumer prices worldwide.
Unlike financial market volatility, rising food and fuel costs directly affect households and often shape public perceptions of inflation more than broader economic indicators.
Core inflation refuses to ease
Although policymakers often focus on core inflation because it removes volatile food and energy prices, underlying price pressures remain stubbornly elevated.
Persistent wage growth, continued strength in consumer spending and resilient labor markets have prevented meaningful progress toward the Fed’s inflation target.
Economists also warn that prolonged increases in food and energy prices eventually feed into broader consumer prices, making it increasingly difficult to separate temporary inflation from structural trends.
Tariffs and artificial intelligence create new price risks
Additional inflationary risks are emerging from trade policy and technological investment.
President Donald Trump’s renewed tariffs on imported goods could increase costs across multiple industries, while continued demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure has intensified shortages in advanced semiconductor markets.
Higher chip prices are expected to affect consumer electronics and industrial production, creating another potential source of inflation in manufactured goods.
Meanwhile, expansionary fiscal policies and strong financial conditions continue to support consumer demand, limiting the slowdown in prices that central banks have been seeking.
Strong labor markets complicate policy
Employment conditions remain exceptionally resilient across advanced economies.
In the United States, unemployment has remained near historically low levels, while wage growth above 3 percent continues to support household spending.
Although robust labor markets are generally viewed as positive for economic growth, they also contribute to persistent service sector inflation by increasing business labor costs.
This has made it harder for central banks to achieve price stability without risking slower economic growth.
Analysis: Inflation risks are becoming structural
The challenge facing central banks is no longer whether one inflation shock will fade but whether multiple overlapping shocks are creating a new inflation environment.
Energy markets remain vulnerable to geopolitical conflict. Climate related disruptions continue to threaten food production. Trade barriers are increasing production costs, while the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is reshaping industrial demand and supply chains. At the same time, strong labor markets and expansionary fiscal policies continue to support consumer spending.
Individually, policymakers can argue that each of these factors is temporary or outside the influence of interest rates. Collectively, however, they reinforce one another and increase the likelihood that inflation remains above target for longer than anticipated.
For the Federal Reserve and other major central banks, the risk is no longer simply misjudging one temporary shock. The greater challenge is determining whether today’s inflation reflects a lasting structural shift in the global economy. If these pressures persist simultaneously, policymakers may be forced to maintain higher interest rates for longer, even at the cost of slower growth, making the path back to price stability significantly more difficult than markets currently expect.
A British tourist visiting the Canary Islands has shared a great-value restaurant find in Tenerife, where a pizza and Aperol Spritz lunch came to much less than viewers were expecting
16:36, 27 Jul 2026Updated 16:36, 27 Jul 2026
A British holidaymaker has recommended a restaurant in Tenerife that serves cheap pizzas and drinks (stock image)(Image: Getty Images)
While planning holidays to the Canary Islands, or any other popular tourist destination, many holidaymakers will outline an itinerary to plan out their days. This often includes the various activities they want to do, places to visit, and when to schedule in time to relax by a pool or a beach.
One of the many people who have shared where they’ve eaten is British tourist Beth Yeandle, who often takes to her TikTok to share her travel vlogs and recommendations to her followers. During a recent holiday to Tenerife with her friends, Beth went on to document her pizza lunch at a restaurant called La Spezia, raving about both the food and the prices.
“Okay, you need to save this for your next trip to Costa Adeje,” Beth said at the start of her video, as she was seen tucking into a cheesy-looking pizza.
People amazed by value of Tenerife restaurant
Panning to the outside of the restaurant, she revealed that she and her friends had stumbled upon the eatery one afternoon during their holiday, drawn in by menus advertising a €6 (£5) pizza and pasta deal, alongside a happy hour offering half-price drinks between 2pm and 5pm.
“We were so buzzing with this little find,” Beth said, as she shared footage from inside the restaurant, which was decked out in a minimalist Mediterranean style.
Beth and her two companions each ordered a pizza, all with different toppings, yet each looking equally mouth-watering.
“The pizzas were huge, and you can’t beat a good Aperol at lunchtime,” Beth said. “We enjoyed it so much that we actually ended up going twice.”
Although she didn’t disclose the total bill, assuming she took advantage of the deal, her food would have come to just €6.
As for the drink, the typical price in Tenerife ranges between €7.50 (£6) and €8.50 (£7), meaning her entire lunch set her back less than £10 with the half price offer.
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Viewers were quick to flock to the comments section to voice their opinions, with many desperate to visit the eatery themselves after watching Beth’s clip.
“Ohhhhh I love Tenerife,” one person wrote, while someone else commented: “The best restaurant! !”.
“I’d be there every day,” a third person said.
Another user pointed out: “It’s worth noting that this is in Callao Salvaje and not Costa Adeje.”
KATIE Price was left feeling stunned as she reunited with a club bouncer that she kissed on a night out 30 years ago.
Katie, 48, shared a clip reminiscing about her Wednesday nights at London’s China White back in the day.
Katie Price was left feeling stunned as she reunited with a club bouncer that she kissed on a night out 30 years agoCredit: Instagram/theratedshowofficialKatie shared a clip of her discussing her nights out in China White which she visited every Wednesday without failCredit: Instagram/theratedshowofficial
Speaking with the hosts of The Rated Show, Katie explained: “I loved it there.”
One of them replied “Ask her how and why the day she came down is so memorable.”
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“What did I f***ing do now? What didn’t I do?” laughed Katie.
“I’m the doorman that you kissed at China White’s,” he said.
Katie was shocked after he revealed who he wasCredit: Instagram/theratedshowofficialKatie seen leaving nightclub China White back in 2003Credit: GettyKatie recently shared a snap on Instagram without her wedding ringCredit: wesleeeandrews/instagramKatie has vowed to quiz her husband over his offer to sell a sex tape of themCredit: wesleeeandrews/instagram
KATIE Price has shared a sweet snap from a day out with her boys after Princess broke her silence on the former glamour model’s truce with their dad Peter Andre.
Katie, 48, Junior and Harvey looked as though they were having the best time as they soaked up the sun.
Katie Price and her sons Junior Andre and Harvey Price enjoyed a day out together in the sunshineCredit: Instagram/katieprice/BackgridPrincess recently lifted the lid on her mum Katie’s truce with her dad Peter AndreCredit: ITV
It said they’d reached an “understanding” and they wanted to focus on “creating a calm and supportive environment” for Junior and Princess.
Katie will appear in the first episode of Princess’ show, taking a glamping trip with her children to celebrate her birthday.
But, we are some way off ever seeing the former glamour model and her singer ex on screen together.
Princess said: “To be honest, I don’t think that would happen anyway. I don’t think divorced parents would sit in a room and have a conversation, but it’s not to say it would never happen.”
Junior, 21, went on: “The main thing is, it’s amicable. They’ve got a truce, but they’re not best friends and they don’t need to be.
“The fact that they’re both in it is great because it’s our parents. We love them, and want everyone to be involved. But yeah, they don’t need to cross paths.”
Princess told how she values having her loved ones on the show, adding: “It is way more fun for me . . . because I like having my family there.
“I guess it shows people they are calm — that yes, they’re not best friends but they don’t need to be.”
EU accuses US tech giant of favouring its own services in search results, as Trump lashes out against bloc.
Published On 25 Jul 202625 Jul 2026
United States President Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with steep tariffs and a new trade investigation, saying that the bloc “will pay a very big price” after Brussels fined Google $1bn over antitrust violations.
Trump called penalties against Google and other US tech firms “highly unethical”, saying on Friday that the US “is not a ‘PIGGYBANK’ for Europe”.
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“This illegal and highly discriminatory practice started at these high levels during the first year of the Sleepy Joe Biden Administration, but it’s not going to continue during the Trump Administration,” he wrote in a social media post.
The European Commission had imposed the fine on Thursday, ruling that Google had breached the bloc’s Digital Markets Act by favouring its own services in search results and restricting app developers from directing users elsewhere.
The penalty adds renewed strain to US-EU relations at a moment when trade tensions between Washington and Brussels had appeared to ease.
Regulators said Google gave preferential placement to its own shopping, travel and other services over rival offerings, and blocked app developers from steering customers towards deals outside its Play Store.
The EU Commission split the penalty roughly in half between the two breaches, giving Google 60 days to change its practices or face periodic fines of up to 5 percent of its average daily turnover.
Teresa Ribera, the commission’s executive vice president overseeing competition policy, on Thursday called the action “decisive yet balanced”, arguing that products should succeed on merit rather than ownership.
Kent Walker, a Google executive, described the ruling as “product degradation” driven by a small number of complainants, insisting that regulation should improve products rather than weaken them.
The EU has fined Google repeatedly since 2017, including a $4.5bn penalty over its Android operating system, upheld on appeal this month, and a $3.4bn fine last year targeting its advertising business.
The latest penalty also reignites friction with Washington.
Jamieson Greer, the US trade representative, warned this week that Brussels’s approach towards American tech firms risks unravelling a trade deal struck in Turnberry, Scotland, last year that capped US tariffs on European goods.
EU officials have pushed back, insisting they answer to their own laws rather than outside pressure.
Trump threatened to launch a probe under Section 301, a US tool for probing unfair trade practices, but the move could take months to produce results, though tariffs could follow far sooner.
Gerwyn Price produced a clinical display to beat Ross Smith 16-12 in the World Matchplay quarter-finals, setting up a meeting with Gian van Veen in the last four.
The Welshman looked to be in control of the last-eight tie at Blackpool’s Winter Gardens before Smith fought back from 12-8 down to draw level.
However, Price was able to raise his game again to seal victory with a 102.78 average as he bids to reach the final of the tournament for the first time.
“Ross played a decent game as well, so it’s nice to play well when someone is playing well. It gives you a bit of confidence going into the next round,” Price told Sky Sports.
“For him to get back to 12-12, I thought ‘here we go again’, but thankfully I rode off four legs on the bounce.”
Price will play Van Veen of the Netherlands in the semi-finals on Saturday after the Dutchman chalked up a 16-13 win over spirited James Wade.
Van Veen seized the upper hand early on and had a three-leg cushion at 11-7, only for Wade to battle back and get on level terms at 11-11.
Englishman Wade kept pegging Van Veen back until the third seed produced a 118 checkout to break Wade’s throw to go 14-12 up before he wrapped up victory.
“It was a tight battle, but I’m glad I got the job done,” Van Veen said.
“I was so lucky James wasn’t scoring as well and my finishing got me through. Hopefully in the semis I will be a lot better.”
Defending champion and world number one Luke Littler faces unseeded Dirk van Duijvenbode in the other semi-final, after they won through on Thursday.
Follow live coverage of the semi-finals on the BBC Sport website and app from 19:30 BST on Saturday.
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Katie continued: “I’ve been looking at all of her videos, I don’t know if it’s me or if anyone else thinks it, and I say it how it is, she looks rigid.
“She doesn’t look like she’s all there at the minute.”
Sophie remarked: “Well she is over 70,” as Katie jumped in: “She’s not that old Soph.”
Sophie insisted: “She is!,” before deciding to Google what her actual age is and finding out she’s 67.
She came out with Ronaldo and RonaldinhoCredit: APMadonna sang some of her hit songsCredit: Getty
Throwing a compliment her way, Katie said: “She is good for 67!
“When I see her trying to climb on tables and I’m like, ‘ahhh, she looks rigid’ but that will make sense, I thought she was younger.
Madonna’s performance saw Brazilian legends Ronaldo and Ronaldinho make a surprise appearance alongside her.
Ronaldo was behind the wheel as Madonna was driven out onto the pitch while she sung her classic hit Music.
And the legendary striker’s former Brazil team-mate Ronaldinho, sat in the passenger seat.
Madonna shook up the stadium with her choice of outfit as she wore a plunging silver bra, a sheer pink lace waist-cincher corset, and pink silk bloomer shorts.
She completed the outfit with thigh-high lace-trimmed tights, towering purple leather lace-up boots, and wrapped sporty sunglasses.
She transformed the pitch into a clubby discotheque, wearing the custom Saint Laurent look.
The Vogue singer wasn’t the only performer to take to the stage as BTS, Justin Bieber and Shakira and Burna Boy also lit up the stadium.
The final saw Spain take on Argentina as Spain proved victorious with a 1-0 score following extra time.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has wrapped, but some Angelenos who rented their homes to fans are still tallying up profits from a month of soccer frenzy in the city.
Driven by projections of massive tourism and a $750 first-time host incentive from Airbnb, many local property owners expected a sizable payout. While some savvy owners were able to cash in big during the tournament, others experienced only a moderate bump.
But something they all walked away with was some extra cash in their pockets and a blueprint for the LA28 Olympics.
We spoke with three L.A. Airbnb hosts to find out what they earned through their rentals during the World Cup, the luxurious renovations and amenities that helped their properties stand out and what advice they’d give others to prepare for the next global gold rush.
Wellness retreat-inspired house in Inglewood, 3 bedrooms
Lia Pilla turned one of her Airbnb properties into what she calls the Pink Palms Retreat. The Inglewood home features an infrared sauna, a large hot tub and more.
Price during the World Cup: During opening weekend, I got $2,730 for two nights. Of course, I have to pay a cleaning fee, but just in two nights, I’m a few hundred short of paying my mortgage, so that was really cool. For the following games, I maybe got like $400 to $500 a night. Then for the final weekend, I got like $3,400 for four nights, so it went back up.
What updates did you make, if any, to prepare? Last July, I did a full remodel of the house and turned it into what I call Pink Palms Spa Retreat. It’s all pink on the outside. It has an infrared sauna and a huge hot tub that can fit up to like 20 people. It has a large dining table with a firepit on top of the table, lush privacy trees and a custom gym.
Were you surprised with how things played out? I was expecting to make a couple hundred thousand off this World Cup, I’m not gonna lie, but I didn’t so I was like “OK. That kind of sucks.” I think L.A. got a little bit [cheated] with the teams we had. We had Team USA, which was cool, but we didn’t have any of the the big name teams like Argentina or France or Spain, so I think that’s one reason why the prices weren’t as high. I also think the political climate has made a big impact. Some people are scared to come to the U.S. or they aren’t allowed to come. But I’m happy with what I did get.
What’s one thing you’re thinking about doing with the money you made? I always invest back into the business. I want to touch up everything at all of my properties, so it continues to look like the pictures because your reviews are so important. I also have a Europe vacation planned.
Any advice for hosts preparing for the Olympics? Do your research on the market. Think “If I’m traveling to Los Angeles, what would I want?” because it’s also about the experience you create. Know what amenities people like. If you’re starting out or you’re already a host, I highly recommend having software in place for property management, cleaning and pricing.
‘Hillside hideaway’ in Woodland Hills, 2 bedrooms
Matthew Motamedi was surprised to see an influx of bookings on his Woodland Hills hideaway, which is roughly 30 miles away from SoFi Stadium.
Pre-World Cup rate: In late spring, we were charging $250-$280 per night on average.
Price during the World Cup: It was around $300, which is normal during July for us. We undercut the hotels and some of the other listings in our area by $100.
What updates did you make, if any, to prepare? We added a super crazy, comfy couch made of fake fur and people love it. That’s one of the important things about an Airbnb. There needs to be a really good hangout spot, so the couch needs to be super comfortable, and if the couch isn’t comfortable, no one wants to stay there.
Were you surprised with how things played out? Our property was so far away from SoFi Stadium (nearly 30 miles) so I thought it was going to be a non-event for us. It was supposed to be like that, but it definitely affected us because I started getting a lot of European and Spanish-speaking tenants.
What’s one thing you’re thinking about doing with the money you made? We’re definitely putting the extra money back into the property because we’re not there yet. There’s so much we want to do. During the World Cup, I was able to upgrade the AC unit, added a smart thermostat and invested in landscaping, which we want to do more of. We want to invest in the curb appeal and add more outdoor furniture. Maybe a movie room. We also want to get an auto pen so we can write handwritten cards for guests because it’s kind of hard to write perfect handwriting in different languages and in cursive. [Laughs] You can pick a font and it holds a ballpoint pen. To have that would be really cool.
Any advice for hosts preparing for the Olympics? You have to curate the experience and get more involved. If you can’t get involved, you need a co-host. Find a cousin, a sister, a brother, a friend, someone you trust with good taste to help you. Also, don’t just put up random paintings. Make it so that people want to move there. A lot of my guests are like “I wish I could live here.” You need a hotel scent and to provide laundry supplies. Ask your guests about their allergies and snack preferences then put together a snack basket. They freak out when they see that. Have a comfy couch, add plants like the fiddle-leaf fig (it looks bougie and you only have to water it once a week) and get a good cleaner. With that, you’re going to do really well.
Modern suite with luxurious amenities in Westchester, 1 bedroom, 2 guests
How long have you been a host? I started my [rental management] business about 10 years ago, but have been a full-time host for roughly eight years.
Pre-World Cup rate: About $195 a night.
Price during the World Cup: $234, which is about a 15% increase so a little bump. It wasn’t anything crazy.
Were you surprised with how things played out? I probably was expecting a little bit more because it was such a huge event. What I was a little surprised by though was how long the stays were. I was thinking that people were going to come in for a few days, but most of my stays were for a week or longer. We were pretty booked. I think we only had a couple days in between bookings.
What updates did you make, if any, to prepare? We bought the home a year ago and we’ve been getting it ready for the last four months. I added a private hot tub and an Eight Sleep Pod, which is a really fancy mattress topper that heats and cools your mattress. I tried to go all out with my amenities. We’ve got all the fancy soaps, deluxe robes and we added a washer and dryer. I always think about what I’d want when I’m traveling. I always put Q-tips, cotton balls and makeup wipes. For the kitchen, just having all the little stuff you need there. A wine bottle opener is No. 1.
What’s one thing you’re thinking about doing with the money you made? Paying my property taxes and my mortgage. [Laughs] Honestly, we’re putting it toward our living expenses and being able to afford our house. It’s been a huge help because everything is so high.
Any advice for hosts preparing for the Olympics? Really think about what you would want and put yourself in the shoes of the traveler. I always recommend people to try out your space before they rent it out. That will help you realize things like this faucet doesn’t get hot water or I forgot to put an ice cream scoop in the kitchen. You don’t want your guest to be a guinea pig.
Katie Price has threatened her truce with her ex-husband Peter AndreCredit: SkyThe former couple were married for fours years after meeting in 2004Credit: Getty
Today, the former pin-up shared two TikTok videos that were sympathetic to what she had been through with men.
Over the short video was written: “Nothing could ever make me hate Katie Price after watching her new documentary.”
The second TikTok clip that Katie re-posted was a fan’s statement which read: “The Katie Price documentary is just a prime example of how a man can manipulate you, make you thinkyou’rer weak and basically knock any confidence that you had outoff.
Katie shared a series of TikTok posts which were aimed at PeterCredit: tiktokOne of Katie’s fans shared this statementCredit: tiktok
“That poor girl has been ruined by men over and over; we let them get in our heads and believe every bad word they say about us.”
What made it even more clear that the TV star was taking a swipe at her ex, was they were the only two videos that she has shared that aren’t plugging her CBD brand.
“It doesn’t mean to say I’ll ever forget anything. But I’ve just got better things in my life. What’s the point in reminiscing about the past like that? I’ve got no energy for it.
“I want to put all my energy into me and the future. I’ve seen all the TikToks of us [fans often share clips of Pete berating Katie on their reality shows], so I don’t have to say anything.”