Three key bowel cancer signs that are often missed after Mel Schilling's death

There are three crucial warning signs of a potentially fatal illness to watch for that aren't related to lavatory habits. These are some less widely recognised symptoms of bowel cancer. Bowel cancer ranks among the most lethal forms of the disease in the UK, accounting for approximately 17,700 deaths annually. It has also featured prominently in the news this week following the death of Mel Schilling, renowned for the programme Married at First Sight, at the age of 54. Mel received her diagnosis in 2023 and earlier this month revealed to followers that the cancer had subsequently spread to her lungs and then the left side of her brain. Following her passing, Genevieve Edwards, chief executive of Bowel Cancer UK, said: "We are deeply saddened to hear of Mel Schilling's death and send our heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones. "Mel's courage in speaking so openly about bowel cancer, from her diagnosis through to treatment and everything in between, has already made a profound difference. By sharing her story, she has helped raise vital awareness and encouraged countless people to listen to their bodies and contact their GP when something doesn't feel right. That message has the power to save lives. "Every 12 minutes someone in the UK is diagnosed with bowel cancer, making it the UK's fourth most common cancer. If you're experiencing symptoms of bowel cancer like bleeding from your bottom, blood in your poo or a change in your pooing habits, please contact your GP to ask for an at-home test."

Symptoms of bowel cancer Bowel cancer can affect anyone, regardless of your age, gender, ethnicity or location. Symptoms can include: Bleeding from your bottom Blood in your poo A change in your pooing habits. You might be going more or less often, or have diarrhoea or constipation that might come and go However, there are some other warning signs that don't involve your toilet habits. According to Bowel Cancer UK these are: Unexplained weight loss Persistent extreme tiredness without obvious cause A pain or lump in your tummy The charity stated: "Having these symptoms doesn't always mean you have bowel cancer, but it's still important to find out what's causing them."

Weight loss Bowel Cancer UK stated: "Speak to your GP if you have lost weight and you don't know why. You may not feel like eating if you feel sick, bloated or if you just don't feel hungry." Feeling very tired all the time "If you are feeling very tired all the time (fatigue) but don't know why, it is important to speak with your GP so they can help you find the cause," the charity explained. "This tiredness may be caused by a lack of healthy red blood cells in the body, known as anaemia. "If you have anaemia, you are likely to feel very tired and your skin may look pale." Pain or lump in your tummy The statement read: "It's important to know what feels normal for you, as not everyone will experience the same symptoms, or they may have different symptoms at different times. If things don't feel right or you notice a change in what's normal for you, visit your GP as soon as you can. "Sometimes, a tumour can block the bowel. This can cause sudden and strong pains in the stomach area, bloating and make you feel or be sick. This is called a bowel obstruction. You may also be unable to poo or pass wind." If you experience any symptoms of bowel cancer, it's crucial to consult your GP immediately. The NHS further advises that you should request an urgent GP appointment or seek help from NHS 111 if your poo is black or dark red, or you have bloody diarrhoea.

Woman pleads not guilty to attempted murder of Rihanna

A woman charged with the attempted murder of Rihanna following a shooting at the singer's home has pleaded not guilty.

Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, of Orlando, Florida, is accused of opening fire on the property in Los Angeles when the singer and her hip-hop star partner A$AP Rocky, as well as their three young children and others, were home on 8 March.

Ortiz is charged with one count of attempted murder in relation to Rihanna, 10 counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm and three counts of shooting at an occupied vehicle or dwelling. Through her attorney, she also pleaded not guilty to the other counts at Los Angeles Superior Court. The 35-year-old faces life in prison if convicted on all charges. She has been jailed on $1.8m (about £1.35m) bail. Her lawyer, deputy public defender Derek Ray Dillman, spoke in court as Ortiz appeared behind glass in a custody area, wearing yellow prison clothes with her blonde hair in braids. She spoke only to agree to waive her right to a speedy preliminary hearing, the next phase of the case where evidence is presented to determine whether a trial is warranted. District Attorney Nathan Hochman previously said Rihanna and Rocky were in an Airstream trailer at the time of the shooting, while her mother, their children and staff members were in the main house. No one was injured in the incident, police said. About 20 shots were fired at the house, located in the Beverly Crest neighbourhood of LA. The prosecutor, Deputy District Attorney Alexander Bott said: "This case involves a dangerous, deliberate shooting into occupied homes. This is the kind of conduct that could easily have resulted in multiple homicides." When Ortiz was arrested hours afterwards, she was alone in her car with the rifle, more rounds and a wig she intended to use as a disguise, Bott said. Public records show Ortiz has been a licensed speech pathologist for more than a decade. Rihanna is a nine-time Grammy winner with 14 number ones hits in the US and nine in the UK, including We Found Love, Umbrella, What's My Name and Diamonds. She is also the founder of make-up brand Fenty Beauty.

A woman fired multiple shots at Rihanna’s Beverly Hills mansion while Rihanna was inside her mansion

A woman fired multiple shots at Rihanna’s Beverly Hills mansion while Rihanna was inside her mansion • The suspect, identified as Ivanna Ortiz (around 30–35 years old), was arrested shortly after the incident D E F. • Shots were fired from a Tesla parked outside the home, with roughly 7–10 rounds reported C G. • No injuries were reported, though bullets struck the front gate, a wall, and a nearby RV C D. • Ortiz was booked on attempted murder charges, with bail set at over $10 million D F. • The motive remains unknown, and the investigation is ongoing E F.

2 sisters were s£xually assaulted by their brothers, father, and grandfather as mother helped the abusers

2 sisters were s£xually assaulted by their brothers, father, and grandfather as mother helped the abusers

Two minor sisters were s£xually abused by three generations of men in their family. Six members of a U.K. family have been sentenced in connection with the s£xual assault of the sisters, both under the age 16 and one of them under 13, in the southeastern British county of Sussex. The victims' grandfather, father, uncle, brothers and mother were convicted last year of 39 offenses including r@pe and s£xual assault, Sussex Police said in a statement at the time. The investigation began when one of the victims opened up to her schoolteacher in January 2025, Sussex Police said in their statement this week. The child gave examples of "r@pe and serious s£xual assault" she was suffering at the hands of her father, grandfather and two brothers. Her younger sister then reported assault, neglect and child cruelty in their home. The family members were convicted on a total 39 offenses following a trial in September 2025, Sussex Police said in their statement at the time. Sussex police said in their statement on Monday, Feb. 9, that after the abuse was reported, the family tried to bully the victims into recanting their accusations — but they were unsuccessful. “This case has involved harrowing details of how the defendants abused the trust of both young victims. Their home should have been a place of love and support, but was in fact a place the victims feared," Detective Superintendent Andrew Harbour said in the statement this week. “The defendants preyed on that fear and hoped it would silence them. But the victims’ voices have been heard," Harbour added. The children's father, 43, was convicted of five counts of r@pe and five other counts of s£xual assault relating to a child under 13. He was sentenced to 28 years in prison. Their 70-year-old grandfather was convicted of three counts of s£xual assault of a child under the age of 13; he was sentenced to nine years behind bars. Their brothers, ages 24 and 21, were each convicted of several s£xual assault offenses, including four counts of r@pe each. The younger brother was sentenced to nine and a half years, while the 24-year-old had three and a half years added to an existing sentence he is serving. It was not immediately clear whether that prior conviction is related to this case. The children's 43-year-old mother was convicted of child cruelty, false imprisonment and convicted of perverting the course of justice, which landed her a sentence of ten and a half years. The children's uncle, who was also convicted of perverting the course of justice, has been sentenced to three years.

Michelle Obama gets 10 new piercings at once and discusses what influenced her decision

Michelle Obama gets 10 new piercings at once and discusses what influenced her decision

Former U.S. First Lady, Michelle Obama has revealed that she got ten new ear piercings in addition to tye previous ones she has. She disclosed this while speaking with her brother Craig Robinson on their IMO Podcast. Michelle explained that she previously got another ear piercing and had been flirting with the idea pf getting more. She said: "I have always thought about getting extra piercings in my ear and just never got around to it." She added that she got a second set of piercings before having kids but she got so busy and stopped putting an earring in it. However, she decided to go for new piercings having observed the young people in her life. She continued: "But nowadays, the young people in my life are doing more piercings, there's just more beautiful adornments." Showing off her new piercings with little earrings in them arranged to look like stars, she added: "You see there's more of a cluster, the constellation sort of look, twinkles that goes..." Her brother looked at it and asked her if she got five new piercings. She admitted that she got 5 new piercings on each ear. She added that the plan was to "go in for a few", but then she got carried away and started asking them to continue creating more piercings. "So, in one sitting, I got ten piercings,"the former US First Lady admitted. When her brother suggested that it must have been painful, she said: "It actually was not that... it wasn't bad at all."

Two siblings k!ll elder brother in Imo community, bury him in shallow grave

Two siblings k!ll elder brother in Imo community, bury him in shallow grave

Shock gripped Umuchimanyiri village, Obazu Mbieri in Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State after it was discovered that two siblings allegedly k!lled their elder brother, Orindu and buried him in a shallow grave. The suspects identified as Lucky and Uzoma Amadi, were arrested on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. In a bid to conceal the m8rder of their elder brother, the suspects lied to the villagers that Orindu had traveled out of the state When the truth began to surface, irate youths stormed the residence and forced the suspects to exhume the remains from a shallow grave in their compound where they buried him. According to a journalist Okeoma Chidiebube, who visited the scene, the skeletal remains were hung around the suspects’ necks as the angry villagers demanded justice. Officers from the Mbieri Divisional Headquarters, including the Divisional Police Officer, arrived just in time to rescue the brothers from mob action, recover exhibits, and take custody of the remains. One of the suspects who is a tricycle operator claimed that the victim caused the de@th of their father years ago. The spokesperson for the police in the state, Henry Okoye, had yet to issue a statement in regards to the development.

Father in Texas shoots his daughter de@d after she criticised Donald Trump

Father in Texas shoots his daughter de@d after she criticised Donald Trump

A 23-year-old British woman who was shot de@d by her father had argued with him about Donald Trump earlier that day, an inquest has heard. Lucy Harrison, a fashion shopper from Warrington, Cheshire, was staying with her father, Kris Harrison, and his family at their home in Prosper, Texas, in January 2025. Ms Harrison's boyfriend, Sam Littler, who made the trip with her, told Cheshire Coroner's Court she would often become upset with her father when he spoke about his gun ownership. He said that on the morning of 10 January - when the couple were due to fly home - Ms Harrison and her father argued about Donald Trump and the s£xual assault allegations against him. "Kris and Lucy ended up having quite a big argument which led to Lucy running upstairs and being upset," Mr Littler said. He said Ms Harrison asked her father how he'd feel if she was s£xually assaulted. Her father replied that he had two other daughters who lived with him so it would not upset him that much, the inquest heard. Then, Mr Littler said, about half an hour before they were due to leave for the airport, Mr Harrison took his daughter by the hand and led her into his ground-floor bedroom. He said he heard a loud bang some 15 seconds later, before Mr Harrison started screaming for his wife, Heather. Mr Littler said: "I remember running into the room and Lucy was lying on the floor near the entrance to the bathroom and Kris was just screaming, just sort of nonsense." The inquest was also told that Mr Harrison had previously been to rehab for alcohol addiction. He did not attend the hearing, but his representative, Ana Samuel, gave a statement. The statement from Kris Harrison said he and his daughter had been watching a news item on gun crime when he told her he had a gun and asked her if she wanted to see it.

Lucy Harrison and her father Kris Harrison They went into the bedroom so he could show her a Glock 9mm semi-automatic handgun which he kept in the bedside cabinet. Harrison said he had bought the gun a couple of years before because he wanted a "sense of security" for his family. He denied ever discussing it with his daughter before. 2 He said: "As I lifted the gun to show her I suddenly heard a loud bang. I did not understand what had happened. Lucy immediately fell." Harrison said he could not recall whether his finger was on the trigger. He acknowledged he had issues with alcohol in the past and said he "briefly lapsed" on the day of his daughter's de@th because he was emotional about her leaving. The inquest heard police officer Luciana Escalera, whose evidence was read, noticed the smell of alcohol on Harrison's breath when he was called to the house after the shooting. CCTV footage showed Kris Harrison had bought two 500ml cartons of Chardonnay from a 7-Eleven store shortly before 13:00 CST (05:00 GMT) that day. Ana Samuel, representing Kris Harrison, made an application at the start of the hearing for coroner Jacqueline Devonish to recuse herself from the case, saying a fair-minded observer may conclude there was a "real possibility she was biased". She said the inquest had been conducted "in a manner more akin to a criminal investigation than a fact-finding inquiry". Lois Norris, representing Lucy Harrison's mother Jane Coates, said the application was an "ambush by Mr Harrison's legal team".

She said: "She cared. She was passionate about things. She loved to have debates about things that meant a lot to her." The inquest was adjourned until Wednesday, Feb. 11, when the coroner is expected to deliver her conclusions.