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    KSI visits mosque and speaks to imam after using vile racial slur in now-deleted YouTube video

    YOUTUBE star KSI has visited a mosque to apologise after using the word ‘p***’ in one of his videos.The influencer, real name Olajide William Olatunji, said there was “no excuse” for using the slur which he said deeply hurt South Asian communities.
    KSI made the word ‘p***’ during a Countdown skit on Sidemen SundayCredit: Ruckas
    KSI said there was ‘no excuse’ for using the slur which he said deeply hurt South Asian communitiesCredit: Getty Images – Getty
    The incident came as the star took part in a ‘Countdown challenge’ stunt with a group of influencers called The Sidemen.
    They were asked to come up with a nine-letter word just like the hit daytime English and maths quiz show.
    The letters O,I,A,K,P,V,Z,U and B appeared on the screen during the Sidemen Sunday segment before KSI was asked to form a word.
    He said: “We need points and I don’t mean this maliciously but the word p***.”
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    Fellow hosts Chunkz and Filly fell about laughing at KSI’s answer, while he jokingly said “sorry”.
    But the slur sparked fury among fans and famous faces who blasted the influencer – who has 12.7 million Instagram followers – for “dehumanising brown people”.
    BBC presenter Bobby Friction posted: “I had this racial slur thrown at me & got physical beats by racists for my entire childhood.
    “Genuinely upset that KSI (a guy my children love) did this & thought it was funny.
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    “The rest of them laughing can go f*** themselves too. People dehumanising brown people like it normal.”
    Meanwhile renowned health presenter Dr Ranj Singh blasted the internet sensation saying: “I’m not just upset, I’m disgusted.”
    Teacher and broadcaster Mehreen Baig added the comments and reaction was “horrifically disappointing from KSI and his crew”.
    The video has since been deleted.
    KSI – whose YouTube videos have clocked up over 11 billion views – issued a grovelling apology on Twitter following Sunday’s incident.
    ‘CAUSED A LOT OF HURT’
    He repeated his apology ahead of his fight with Joe Fournier at a boxing weigh in press conference on Wednesday.
    He said: “I want to take this opportunity to offer my deepest and most sincere apologies for my words and actions.
    “In a recent video I used a racial term that is offensive to so, so many especially in the south Asian community.
    “There are no excuses for what I said and I recognise that I’ve caused a lot of hurt and disappointment to so many people that look up to me, and my ignorance has only reinforced the negative stereotypes that have existed for way too long in this country.
    “I want to express my heartfelt regret for what I said and I want you to know I am genuinely ashamed and deeply sorry for any pain or suffering I have caused.
    “I realise my words have consequences and as a public figure I have a responsibility to use my platform for good rather than perpetuating discrimination and this week I have failed to do this.”
    It came as KSI was filmed talking to an imam at a mosque in Bradford, who told onlookers how the boxer was visiting to learn, with KSI saying he wanted to “educate himself”.
    He will take a break from social media following the slur.
    A statement from The Sidemen posted on Twitter said the video “was completely unacceptable and inexcusable” adding “the fact the incident was made light of on the show was wrong and compounded the hurt”.
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    The group said they have been left “truly ashamed” by their actions. More

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    Watch PES cult hero and ex-Brazil star Adriano belly dance topless in pool after swigging drink

    FORMER Brazil star Adriano has shown he is still living the high life in a his latest social media post.The Pro Evo cult hero, 41, posted a video of himself belly-dancing topless in a swimming pool.
    Adriano shared a video of himself enjoying a dipCredit: INSTAGRAM
    He then started to belly dance while toplessCredit: INSTAGRAM
    Adriano also swigs from a cocktail as he enjoys himself.
    The former Inter Milan star was an iconic player on the video game Pro Evo 6 for his insane stats.
    Adriano had 99 shot power and was a favourite player among the game’s fanbase.
    He had a frustrating career that was hampered by injuries but he did score 137 club goals as well as 27 for Brazil in his 48 caps.
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    And he was all smiles despite his recent split from his wife Micaela Mesquita.
    The pair had enjoyed a whirlwind romance before a low-key marriage as they shared pictures of themselves signing official papers on Instagram.
    Adriano and Micaela, 25, reportedly split up in December just 24 days into their marriage.
    He was subsequently slammed by his estranged wife after he posted a snap showing him with a pretty redhead on a yacht, with Micaela taking to social media to tell him to send her divorce papers.
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    Raquel Bastos was identified as the woman helping Adriano celebrate his birthday on the yacht.
    Adriano recently split from Micaela Mesquita
    The pair only got married in December
    Adriano was pictured with Raquel Bastos but she denied being in a relationship with himCredit: INSTAGRAM More

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    Julia Rose writes cryptic poem about ‘strip poker’ after ex Jake Paul goes official with ‘world’s hottest speed skater’

    JULIA ROSE has written a cryptic poem following ex Jake Paul’s announcement that he is dating the ‘world’s hottest speed skater’.Paul, 26, appeared to announce his relationship with Jutta Leerdam on Instagram after splitting with long-term partner Rose last year.
    Jake Paul and Julia Rose broke up last yearCredit: Instagram_@juliaroseforpresident
    They had been dating since 2020Credit: Instagram_@juliaroseforpresident
    Paul is believed to now be dating Jutta LeerdamCredit: Instagram
    Paul posted pictures of the pair of them togetherCredit: Instagram
    Julia has posted a video of herself reading a self-written poemCredit: Instagram
    He uploaded pictures of himself and Leerdham running and holding hands suggesting they are in a couple.
    But Rose, 28, has made her own post on social media as she read a poem that she wrote about “someone needing space”.
    She shared the post on her Instagram account for her 999k followers.
    In the video, she said: “So It is either really late or really early depending on how you look at it.
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    “I can not sleep so I thought I would read a piece that I wrote about someone needing space, it does not have a title. so if anyone has one let me know.”
    After reading the heartfelt poem, she added: “I think it might be one of my favourites”, in the post caption.
    Rose is an Instagram model and YouTube star and is best known as the World Series Flasher.
    Reports emerged last week linking Paul with skater Leerdam, 24.
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    Leerdam herself was in a relationship with fellow speed-skater Koe Verweij until last summer.
    In December, Leerdam won a gold medal at the ISU Speed Skating World Cup in Calgary.
    She took first place in the 1000m race, her FOURTH consecutive top finish in the event.
    Leerdam boasts a massive three million followers on Instagram.
    Julia has 999k followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @juliaroseforpresident
    Leerdam is considered the world’s sexiest speed skaterCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdam
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    Arsenal fans in hysterics as Thomas Partey mocks Man Utd’s loss to Newcastle in surprise video message

    ARSENAL star Thomas Partey took a surprise jab at Manchester United on social media.Partey has played an integral part in the Gunners’ Premier League title chase and has helped them climb to the top of the table with an eight-point lead ahead of Manchester City.

    Arsenal star Thomas Partey trolled Manchester United after their loss to NewcastleCredit: https://twitter.com/thenanaaba/status/1642929850657783820
    Manchester United dropped to fifth place after losing to NewcastleCredit: PA
    City have put together some stellar opposition to the North Londoners, but the midfielder is also keeping tabs on United.
    And the Ghana international was particularly pleased when Erik ten Hag’s men dropped to fifth place after Sunday’s 2-0 loss at Newcastle.
    The Magpies got some revenge after February’s Carabao Cup Final defeat to the Red Devils thanks to goals by former Arsenal ace Joe Willock and Callum Wilson.
    The 29-year-old appeared in a video by media personality and United fan Nana Aba Anamoah with whom he was having lunch.
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    Aba Anamoah asked the Ghanaian star to send a message to Arsenal fans and that is when he decided to poke fun at United.
    Partey said: “Join us in celebration of United’s loss.”
    Arsenal fans loved the ex-Atletico Madrid star’s banter and were left in stitches.
    A raft of them immediately took to social media to join in on the fun after Partey’s witty comment.
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    One fan tweeted: “Parteyyyyyy you legend.”
    Another posted: “Nothing makes me happier than ‘join us in celebration of United’s loss’.”
    A third commented: “Partey mocking United 🤣🤣🤣.”
    This fan said: “The last part 😂😂😂.”
    And that one stated: “He owns Man U.” More

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    Inside KSI’s controversies from his ‘rape joke scandal’ to racism storm that’s seen him take social media break

    KSI recently hit the headlines again after being embroiled in a racism storm that has seen him take a social media break.The YouTuber-turned-boxer said the word “p***” in a Sidemen video – the group he founded alongside six other creators.
    KSI has landed himself in hot water again after being embroiled in a racism stormCredit: Getty
    KSI and US YouTuber Logan Paul recently launched the popular Prime energy drinkCredit: Getty
    The British rapper, real name Olajide William Olatunji, made the slur during a video with his YouTube group, where they were playing a Countdown challenge.
    From his selection of letters, KSI caused outrage by creating a four-letter derogatory word for people of South Asian origin.
    The video has been taken down and he issued an apology for an offence he may have caused.
    However, fans have criticised the 29-year-old despite his apology, claiming he should have known better.
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    And this isn’t the first time the popular YouTuber has found himself in hot water, having courted headlines for a number of wrong reasons over the years.
    ‘Rape jokes’
    KSI was accused of trivialising rape by making what was referred to as “rape faces” in a series of his online videos.
    The clips show the star in a variety of settings, turning to camera with a menacing expression and making sexually suggestive gestures.
    Many said pulling his “rape face”, which would regularly appear in his videos, trivialised sexual assault.
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    He apologised for his past content in 2020 after a backlash from women’s charities and social media users.
    Sexist behaviour
    KSI sparked controversy in 2012 when he asked women at Eurogamer Expo what STIs they have.
    He asked one woman what was her “favourite STI”, to which she reluctantly replied “chlamydia”.
    KSI then asked her: “Is that because you have it?”
    Another part of the clip saw him quiz a woman at the gaming conference about the size of her breasts, stating: “I can’t see them?”
    That video has seen been removed from YouTube, with KSI later expressing his regret over the incident. 
    He said: “I’m in shock. I can’t believe I was like that. People enjoyed that video?!
    “I can see now why I got into a lot of trouble. I was such a virgin back then.
    “I think if I do anything remotely close to this again, I will change my whole outfit so I can show people that I’m a different character.”
    He was banned for life from Eurogamer Expo events.
    Microsoft axing
    In 2013, Microsoft severed all ties with KSI after the company was criticised for employing him to promote the launch of Xbox One.
    KSI had performed a song with three other artists but Microsoft faced backlash from fans.
    Widespread anger and concern over his involvement saw Microsoft vow not to work with him again at any point.
    Offensive remarks
    In another YouTube video, uploaded in August 2014, KSI asks a Page 3 model about her sex life, while repeatedly calling her a sl*t in the voiceover.
    He has also since apologised for his behaviour with a spokesman saying he had made a “mistake as a teenager”.
    While in 2021, KSI issued an apology after being accused of being transphobic something he strongly denied.
    Suicide controversy
    In 2018, KSI released a new diss track music video with a Logan Paul look-alike ahead of their boxing fight.
    The video was made in reference to Logan’s scandalous Suicide Forest footage which landed his fellow YouTuber in very hot water.
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    Despite how controversial that video was for his Prime drink partner – who was then a rival – KSI decided to make light of the situation.
    KSI’s representatives have been contacted for comment. More

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    Messi superfan Miss BumBum Suzy Cortez films herself getting Argentina star’s autograph tattooed on her famous bum

    LIONEL Messi superfan and former Miss BumBum Suzy Cortez has revealed she has got another tattoo to showcase her love for the legendary footballer.Suzy, 32, has long used her public profile to demonstrate her obsession with the diminutive Argentina and PSG forward.
    Lionel Messi superfan Suzy Cortez has flaunted her latest tattoo tribute to the footballerCredit: Splash
    The 32-year-old showed off her inking on her famous bumCredit: Suzy Cortez/Xavier Piercing Tattoo
    The tattoos were in response to Messi and Argentina’s World Cup triumph last yearCredit: EPA
    The curvy Brazilian brunette with the world-famous rear already has several tattoos in tribute to Lionel Messi, including a very cheeky tat of his face just above her hips.
    She also got Messi’s name tattooed on her bum in 2019 as a confident prediction that he would win his sixth Ballon d’Or the following year.
    As it turned out, the 2020 contest didn’t go ahead due to the Covid-19 pandemic, although Messi went on to collect his sixth award when it resumed in 2021.
    Now, Suzy has revealed not just one but a further three new tattoos on her bum celebrating the 35-year-old Messi.
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    She told The Sun that the fresh tats were in honour of Messi and Argentina’s stunning World Cup Final triumph over France in Qatar last December.
    The three tattoos, which were pictured on her rear, include one of Messi’s autograph, three stars representing Argentina’s three World Cup Titles, and a number ten reflecting his shirt number.
    Suzy said that the tattoos were fulfilling a promise she had made during the World Cup if Argentina triumphed.
    As it turned out, the South American side successfully defeated the reigning champions France 4-2 in a penalty shootout, after a thrilling contest ended 3-3 following extra time.
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    It was Argentina’s first World Cup win since 1986 when they were captained by Diego Maradona.
    Suzy said that her new tattoos mean she is entering the Guinness Book of Records for having the largest number of tattoos of Messi on various parts of her body.
    She also shared two short clips of her having the tattoos applied at Xavier Piercing Tattoo.
    Suzy was invited to watch the final in the Argentinian capital Buenos Aires – despite being from arch-rivals Brazil.
    She announced her plans at the time for future tattoos if Argentina secured their third World Cup, and Messi’s first.
    Suzy said: “I plan to get tattooed like Messi, with the ball and the number 10 on his leg.”
    She celebrated Argentina reaching their sixth World Cup Final by delighting her fans with photos of her getting covered in body paint in the blue and white colours of the flag.
    The latest inkings may not go down well with Messi’s wife Antonela Roccuzzo.
     Messi previously blocked her on social media after being bombarded with saucy pictures.
    Antonela – who has three children with Messi – also blocked Suzy after she tagged her husband in a series of provocative posts.
    Suzy then launched an online campaign to encourage her fans to support her and convince Messi to unblock her.
    Her famously eye-popping assets won her the coveted 2015 Miss BumBum and Miss Butt World titles, beating competition from beauties all over the world.
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    The winner of the title of Miss Bum Bum in both 2015 and 2019, she has declared herself the world’s number one Lionel Messi fan.
    Suzy is the self-proclaimed greatest Messi superfanCredit: Splash
    She promised to get the tattoos if Argentina won the World CupCredit: Suzy Cortez/Xavier Piercing Tattoo
    They include a print of Messi’s autograph, three stars for the World Cup wins, and a number 10Credit: Suzy Cortez/Xavier Piercing Tattoo More

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    World’s sexiest referee and ex-Playboy model Claudia Romani sends fans wild as she bares all in sexy bikini

    WORLD’S sexiest referee Claudia Romani has sent fans wild by posing in a bikini on social media.Dubbed the world’s sexiest referee, Claudia has previously modelled on covers for Playboy, GQ and Cosmopolitan.
    Claudia Romani posed on a beach in MiamiCredit: Instagram @claudia_romani
    She showed off her colourful bikini for her followersCredit: Instagram @claudia_romani
    Claudia also showed off her figure for those on social mediaCredit: Instagram @claudia_romani
    And she has been known to take revealing pictures for her followers.
    Her latest snaps show her on South Beach in Miami while donning a colourful bikini.
    Alongside the images, she added the caption: “@callista.couture has the nicest, classiest… best quality bikinis ever!!! ♥️♥️♥️ What’s your favourite pic from 1 to 6?”
    To which one fan replied: “Wow, what else can I say.”
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    Claudia became a Serie A and B qualified ref in 2014Credit: Instagram @claudia_romani
    Claudia has 1.3million Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @claudia_romani
    Another added: “Wow babe you are lovely and attractive 💓💓💓
    And a third responded: “They are all spectacular… I will choose all of them.”
    Claudia became a Serie A and Serie B qualified official in 2014.
    But the 39-year-old came under fire in 2016 after pics emerged of her wearing an AC Milan shirt.
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    Earlier this year, Claudia risked getting the boot from Instagram after posting an X-rated bikini picture.
    The snaps saw her wearing a tiny pink bikini in a variety of poses.
    One saw her up against the wall while showing off her bum.
    But another was a more zoomed in version – which could have been deemed too raunchy by Instagram moderators.
    She has posed in a bikini while playing football on the beachCredit: Splash News
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    Fans joke Mourinho ‘owns Instagram’ as he shares hilarious clip of him telling sub to sit back down with cheeky apology

    JOSE MOURINHO’s prowess on social media has been hailed by fans again after another funny post.The Portuguese manager shared a clip from Roma’s weekend win over Sampdoria in which he was discussing tactics with about-to-be sub Ola Solbakken.
    Jose Mourinho was talking to Ola Solbakken before subbing him onCredit: Instagram josemourinho
    But then Roma scoredCredit: Instagram josemourinho
    And Solbakken was told to sit back downCredit: Instagram josemourinho
    Mourinho was hoping that Solbakken would help his side break the deadlock with the game goalless approaching the hour mark.
    However, as he is showing the Norwegian a tactics sheet, the players already on the pitch combine to put Roma in the lead as Georginio Wijnaldum headed home.
    After seeing his players celebrating the goal, Mourinho can then be seen telling Solbakken to sit back down.
    The video posted by Mourinho was accompanied by the caption, “Sorry Ola” as he apologised to the winger.
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    And fans loved the post on social media as they sent the former Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham manager praise.
    One fan declared: “Jose owns Instagram.”
    A second commented: “Special all the time.”
    A third wrote: “How can you not love him?”
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    A fourth said: “Never change Jose, never change 😂😂❤️.”
    While a fifth added: “JOSE I LOVE U I SWEAR.”
    Paulo Dybala and Stephan El Shaarawy wrapped the scoring with two late goals as Roma won the Serie A tie 3-0.
    The win helped the outfit keep pace with fourth-placed Inter Milan. More