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Michael Cohen settles unpaid legal bills dispute with Trump Organization
Michael Cohen settles unpaid legal bills dispute with Trump Organization
Donald Trump's former lawyer had alleged the organisation owed him millions in unpaid legal fees.
2023-07-22 05:21
Billy Connolly says reports of his ‘demise have been greatly exaggerated’
Billy Connolly says reports of his ‘demise have been greatly exaggerated’
Billy Connolly mocks misguided reports of his “demise” in an extract from his new autobiography. The Scottish actor and retired stand-up comedian, nicknamed “The Big Yin”, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2013. Parkinson’s is a brain disorder that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. Often, the disease can become more severe over time. During an interview published in September, it was revealed that Connolly had suffered “a couple of serious falls” and once broke his hip as a result of deteriorating balance. He also expressed having difficulties with walking. Despite these growing physical challenges, the What We Did on Our Holiday star clearly maintains a positive outlook about his health. In his new memoir, Rambling Man: Life on the Road, Connolly clarifies that he doesn’t feel “close to death”. “You see, reports of my recent demise have been greatly exaggerated,” he states in an extract shared with The Telegraph. “There was a week a few years ago where on Monday I got hearing aids, Tuesday I got pills for heartburn, and Wednesday I received news that I had prostate cancer and Parkinson’s disease. But despite all that, I never ever felt close to dying.” Connolly also writes about his feelings of comfort when in a cemetery, and how he reliably makes an effort to attend funerals. He recalls his manager being bewildered by his commitment, telling him: “Billy – even if you haven’t seen someone for 25 years and they die in another country you’ll jump on a plane.” “I just like to see people off,” the comic explains. “It’s important to me. Boys from school. Apprentices from the Clyde. Welders. It’s a bit like a school reunion. Seeing all the people from that place and time – that world I was once part of.” Five years after his diagnosis, Connolly retired from his stand-up career due to the increasing difficulties of the illness, and has previously offered insight into the realities of living with Parkinson’s. Though he said he does not feel close to dying yet, he has spoken with his wife, psychologist Pamela Stephenson Connolly, about the message he’d like on his gravestone when the time comes. He wrote: “I was thinking I’d like: ‘Jesus Christ, is that the time already?’ on mine, but my wife Pamela was shaky about it, so we settled on ‘You’re standing on my balls!’ in tiny wee writing.” Rambling Man: Life on the Road is out now. Read More Billy Connolly says ‘cruel’ Parkinson’s disease has made it difficult to walk Sir Billy Connolly unveils four new drawings for sale Prince William reveals he can’t handle overly spicy food or he’ll ‘start sweating’ Billy Connolly says ‘cruel’ Parkinson’s disease has made it difficult to walk How to get rid of bedbugs: Signs and symptoms amid threat of UK invasion Dawn O’Porter: ‘I fantasise about the other side of menopause’
2023-10-12 17:53
How tall is Joe Rogan? Mixed martial artist trolled for lying about his height: 'I'm short, but not that short'
How tall is Joe Rogan? Mixed martial artist trolled for lying about his height: 'I'm short, but not that short'
Joe Rogan's actual height appears to be nearer to 5 feet 7 inches as observed during his public appearances with other celebrities
2023-08-08 21:58
'It's fear-driven': Jill Duggar reveals why she considers her family's church a 'cult'
'It's fear-driven': Jill Duggar reveals why she considers her family's church a 'cult'
'I think we do that as well with our kids. We try and value family time, be intentional. Don't just let the days pass,' said Jill Duggar
2023-09-09 08:26
Yankees rookie outfielder Jasson Domínguez has torn elbow ligament, needs Tommy John surgery
Yankees rookie outfielder Jasson Domínguez has torn elbow ligament, needs Tommy John surgery
Yankees rookie Jasson Domínguez has a torn ligament in his throwing elbow and needs Tommy John surgery, interrupting an impressive start to his major league career that included four home runs in his first seven games
2023-09-11 06:29
'People were horrified': Inside the battle to flip a New York seat key to House GOP majority
'People were horrified': Inside the battle to flip a New York seat key to House GOP majority
When President Joe Biden came to this must-win US House district in New York just a few months ago, he did something that privately enraged members of his own party.
2023-08-11 18:25
What does the US Speaker of the House do?
What does the US Speaker of the House do?
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is facing the most serious threat to his leadership to date.
2023-10-03 09:20
Charting the Global Economy: China’s Recovery Loses Momentum
Charting the Global Economy: China’s Recovery Loses Momentum
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2023-07-22 17:54
Wagner boss steps up his online tantrum as Bakhmut battle rages. What does it mean?
Wagner boss steps up his online tantrum as Bakhmut battle rages. What does it mean?
What's eating Yevgeny Prigozhin?
2023-05-12 10:58
‘Margaritaville’ singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett who died at 76 shared 3 children with wife Jane Slagsvol
‘Margaritaville’ singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett who died at 76 shared 3 children with wife Jane Slagsvol
'You've got to get away from whatever you do to make a living or other parts of life that stress you out,' said Jimmy Buffett once said
2023-09-03 02:53
Still alive! Golden mole not seen for 80 years and presumed extinct is found again in South Africa
Still alive! Golden mole not seen for 80 years and presumed extinct is found again in South Africa
Researchers in South Africa say they have rediscovered a mole species that has an iridescent golden coat and the ability to “swim” through sand dunes after it hadn't been seen for more than 80 years and was thought to be extinct
2023-12-01 09:50
Palestinian President Abbas condemns violence against civilians
Palestinian President Abbas condemns violence against civilians
RAMALLAH Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas condemned violence against civilians on Thursday in the wake of the devastating attack
2023-10-12 22:26