{"id":636577,"date":"2026-06-13T11:40:45","date_gmt":"2026-06-13T11:40:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/636577\/"},"modified":"2026-06-13T11:40:45","modified_gmt":"2026-06-13T11:40:45","slug":"these-two-a-listers-are-battling-to-be-the-next-james-bond-heres-how-they-compare","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/636577\/","title":{"rendered":"These two A-listers are battling to be the next James Bond. Here’s how they compare"},"content":{"rendered":"

The name\u2019s Turner. Callum Turner. Unless the name\u2019s Elordi. Jacob Elordi. Was ever an audition process more opaque or longwinded than the casting of the new James Bond? <\/p>\n

As the world waits with bated breath to see which of these two frontrunners is finally handed the life-changing accolade, the time seems right to assess their various merits. <\/p>\n

Each is half of two of the world\u2019s most famous power couples: this, we already know. But what lies under the bonnet of their shiny, undeniably easy-on-the-eye surfaces? The truth may surprise you. <\/p>\n

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The price, size and variety of eggs differ<\/p>\n

But which is the best value
for money and taste?<\/p>\n

Food Editor Sophie Morris
tested 15 supermarket packs, scrambled and fried.<\/p>\n

Her findings? The most expensive wasn\u2019t the best.<\/p>\n

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\nSupermarket eggs taste test\n<\/p>\n

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M&S Golden Yolk Eggs<\/p>\n

These shells win the beauty contest and the yolk colour is amazing when scrambled. 4\/5<\/p>\n

Taste the Difference<\/p>\n

These Sainsbury\u2019s eggs taste as good as they look with gorgeous orange middles and a rich flavour. 4\/5<\/p>\n

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St Ewe Rich Yolk Eggs<\/p>\n

These are \u201chigher welfare\u201d free-range eggs but the yolks taste no better than other high-end eggs, says Morris. 4\/5<\/p>\n

\nSupermarket eggs taste test\n<\/p>\n

Aldi Golden Yolk Eggs<\/p>\n

Winner! The Specially Selected eggs are a great price with a delicious yolk. 4\/5 <\/p>\n

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Savers Small Eggs<\/p>\n

Morrisons Savers eggs are great for the price (\u00a31.10) but not rich in flavour. 3\/5<\/p>\n

Burford Brown Eggs<\/p>\n

They taste great, but not noticeably better than the other high-end eggs. The spend is more to do with\u00a0branding. 4\/5<\/p>\n

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\nSupermarket eggs taste test\n<\/p>\n

7Tesco Finest Bluebell Aruacana
The pale blue shells won me over but the insides are just as rewarding with a rich flavour.
4\/5<\/p>\n

8Waitrose Duchy Organic Eggs
Their sunny yellow middle scrambles beautifully into light, fluffy folds.
4\/5<\/p>\n

9Lidl Deluxe Golden Yolk Eggs
They\u2019re a great deal and the yolk is a lovely bright orange and the taste is\u00a0rich and eggy.
3.5\/5\u00a0<\/p>\n

\nSupermarket eggs taste test\n<\/p>\n

M&S British Free Range Eggs<\/p>\n

Large eggs with brown shells and a light orange yolk and they\u2019re a great price for high-welfare large eggs. 4\/5<\/p>\n

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Ocado Large Free Range Eggs<\/p>\n

These are the best value large eggs that I try. The yolks are a dark yellow and the eggs turn out a lovely rich and fluffy scramble. 4\/5<\/p>\n

\nSupermarket eggs taste test\n<\/p>\n

Packington British Free Range Eggs<\/p>\n

Pretty white eggs with a yellow yolk that taste fine but, given the price, I expected a little more. 3.5\/5<\/p>\n

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\nSupermarket eggs taste test\n<\/p>\n

Waitrose No.1 Longstock Gold Eggs<\/p>\n

They are delicious: meltingly rich, they scramble into fat folds. They have beautiful green shells, almost too pretty to eat. 4\/5<\/p>\n

\"EggsCaption: Eggs are seen in a carton on Monday, April 13, 2026, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo\/Jenny Kane)
Photographer: Jenny Kane
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\"ACaption: A detail of cracked egg falling into the pan as woman holds egg shells in both hands.
Photographer: SimpleImages
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Asda Organic Mixed Size Eggs<\/p>\n

The yolk is a pale yellow and when scrambled the result is an unappealing yellowish grey colour. These are the most bland-tasting of the lot. 2\/5<\/p>\n

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Food inflation could reach as much as 10 per cent by the end of 2026<\/p>\n

Why you should stockpile<\/p>\n

The\u00a0modern food system is incredibly efficient \u2013 but that efficiency depends on a constant flow and just-in-time delivery. Stockpiling, at its best, isn\u2019t panic buying. It\u2019s creating a small buffer between us and a system that was never designed to pause.<\/p>\n

S\u00e9amus Higgins, author of\u00a0Food and Us: The incredible story of how food shapes humanity<\/p>\n

\"ShoppingSupermarkets will find ways of holding down the price of the basics, and try to make their money on the fancy lines (Photo: Roy James Shakespeare\/Getty)<\/p>\n

\nWhat you should consider buying\n<\/p>\n

\"SmilingTap water is generally safe to drink in Europe (Photo: Klaus Vedfelt\/Getty)<\/p>\n

Bottled water <\/p>\n

While we are accustomed to free-flowing water, in recent years, supply has failed for a number of days in many areas of the UK.<\/p>\n

Canned essentials<\/p>\n

Morris keeps tomatoes, beans, pulses, chickpeas, lentils and fish in her cupboard.<\/p>\n

\"ChickpeasChickpeas are a great source of protein (Photo: Christian Mouysset)<\/p>\n

\"YoungMany of us like to add milk to our tea, so you may be wondering whether that affects its benefits (Photo: Maca and Naca\/Getty)<\/p>\n

Tea and coffee<\/p>\n

As prices vary, and are increasing, it\u2019s good to bulk buy if you can. <\/p>\n

\nWhat you should stockpile\n<\/p>\n

Dried goods<\/p>\n

A base of dry goods, like rice, pasta, oats and flour, are the backbone of a reliable pantry. Make sure bags are stored correctly and replace them when they go out of date.<\/p>\n

\"AsianCaption: Asian girl grocery shopping in supermarket. She is choosing fresh fruit juice along the beverage aisle, reading the nutrition label and checking ingredients on the bottle. Making a healthier food choice and balanced diet. Healthy eating lifestyle
Photographer: d3sign
Provider: Getty Images
Source: Moment RF<\/p>\n

\"CloseCaption: Close up of a woman preparing a wholesome breakfast by pouring oats into a bowl from a plastic free jar with fresh berries.
Photographer: Dougal Waters
Provider: Getty Images
Source: Digital Vision
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UHT drinks<\/p>\n

UHT dairy, squash and long life milks and juices are worth keeping for emergencies.<\/p>\n

\nWhat you should stockpile\n<\/p>\n

A well-stocked freezer is also important, but it doesn\u2019t need to be a huge space. <\/p>\n

Focus on versatility and rotation in fruit, veg, fish and bread, and buy what you\u2019ll use.<\/p>\n

\"Close-upCaption: Close-up of peanut butter on toasted bread on light gray plate. Food background.
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Peanut butter, or a jarred treat like jam or Nutella, is also a good idea. <\/p>\n

Nut butters are a great source of protein, fibre, has a long shelf life and can be used on savoury and sweet foods.<\/p>\n

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Want to slow down brain ageing? Try a hobby<\/p>\n

\nThe hobbies that slow brain ageing\n<\/p>\n

Practise a musical instrument<\/p>\n

A study of 108 amateur musicians in the journal\u00a0Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences\u00a0found those with more musical experience had better attention control.<\/p>\n

\"CaucasianCaucasian mid adult patient writing a diary while recovering in the hospital ward \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

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Journal in the evening before bed<\/p>\n

Reflecting on your day supports your memory as you\u2019re rehearsing the things you\u2019ve done, especially if you do it with pen and paper, says Prof Catherine Loveday, author of\u00a0The Secret World of the Brain. <\/p>\n

\nThe hobbies that slow brain ageing\n<\/p>\n

\"CawdorThe flowering gardens at Cawdor Castle (Photo: Dennis Barnes\/Getty\/Stockbyte Unreleased)<\/p>\n

Garden for 20 minutes<\/p>\n

Connecting with nature replenishes cognitive resources and boosts vitamin D levels, says Loveday. <\/p>\n

Join a knitting group<\/p>\n

Knitting improves coordination and working memory \u2013 your brain\u2019s ability to store and use information according to the British Journal of Occupational Therapy.<\/p>\n

\"SeniorSenior female friends spending leisure time knitting while sitting at table in retirement home \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

\"IncreasingAs society sees the largest ever intergenerational shift of assets, younger clients will need people they can relate to, instead of relying on AI and social media for financial advice (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

Learn a language<\/p>\n

Learning a second language helps improve our ability to retrieve words.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The hobbies that slow
brain ageing<\/p>\n

Games, like Minecraft, helps improve spatial representation, speed and reaction times.<\/p>\n

Reading fiction twice a week stimulates the language parts
of the brain, says Loveday.<\/p>\n

One study also found that chess players had better cognitive reflection and greater focus. <\/p>\n

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Why crossing your legs could be bad your health\u2026<\/p>\n

It\u2019s one of those every day moves that we rarely think twice about \u2013 especially when sitting for longer periods \u2013 but it could be inadvertently contributing to your back pain, high blood pressure or even issues like infertility.<\/p>\n

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\nWhy you shouldn\u2019t cross your legs\n<\/p>\n

The fact it\u2019s comfortable doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s good for us<\/p>\n

62%<\/p>\n

of people prefer to cross their right over their left leg.<\/p>\n

While 26 per cent cross their left over the right and 12 per cent have no preference.<\/p>\n

S shape<\/p>\n

The natural shape of the spine when stood up is an S-shaped curve.<\/p>\n

But when we sit in a chair with our feet flat on the ground our pelvis is rocked backwards creating a C shape.<\/p>\n

\"AIn some people, blood pressure stays high despite medication, and hormones may be the reason (Photo: Tatiana Maksimova\/Getty Images\/Moment RF)<\/p>\n

How does it impact blood pressure?<\/p>\n

We\u2019re restricting venous return of blood from peripheral tissues like the foot going back to the heart.<\/p>\n

Says Adam Taylor, Professor and Director of the Clinical Anatomy Learning Centre, at Lancaster University. <\/p>\n

Although your blood pressure should drop once you move from the position, it can have longer term impacts if you have pre-existing conditions like diabetes.<\/p>\n

\nHow it can impact the nervous system\n<\/p>\n

In extreme it can
lead to a phenomenon
called foot drop.<\/p>\n

\"SeniorSenior woman on sofa feeling and suffering from back pain. \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

Over the short term crossing can give you pins and needles. If you leave it there for half an hour, an hour, or longer, you can actually interfere with the muscular function of the muscles, says Taylor. <\/p>\n

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How it impacts posture<\/p>\n

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Sam Bhide, advanced physiotherapy practitioner, believes the main impact of sitting cross-legged is gluteal tendonitis,\u00a0resulting in moderate to severe hip pain.<\/p>\n

One study<\/a>\u00a0found that sitting cross-legged leads to a bent and asymmetrical posture and other research shows it increasing the misalignment of the hips.<\/p>\n

How it impacts fertility<\/p>\n

We know that crossing your legs warms up the groin area by somewhere in the remit of three degrees. If you are a man who sits with your legs crossed for a prolonged period of time, that is not good for sperm production.<\/p>\n

ADAM TAYLOR, PROFESSOR AND DIRECTOR OF THE CLINICAL ANATOMY LEARNING CENTRE<\/p>\n

\"Undated(Photo: Andrew Matthews\/PA).<\/p>\n

\nHow to fix it\n<\/p>\n

\"IncorrectCaption: Incorrect seated posture.
Photographer: Science Photo Library
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Get out of the habit<\/p>\n

If crossing our legs is the cause, then the obvious solution is to do it less.<\/p>\n

Microbreaks<\/p>\n

Take time off from sitting, and put your musculoskeletal system through a normal range of motion.<\/p>\n

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Focus on symmetry<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a right over left leg crosser, try crossing the other way, so those forces are at least going\u00a0through the body equally.<\/p>\n

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The foods the experts always have in the cupboard<\/p>\n

\nFoods to keep in the cupboard\n<\/p>\n

\"JohnCaption: John West tuna chunks in brine, ??1.50\/125g
Copyright: John West<\/p>\n

Tinned fish<\/p>\n

These are a great way to get Omega-3 fats and fish with soft bones are a great source of calcium, says dietician Emma Shafqat. <\/p>\n

Ready whole grains<\/p>\n

Dietitian Lucy Upton recommends brown rice, quinoa and barley which are low in salt.<\/p>\n

\"RiceRice cooked \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

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Olive oil<\/p>\n

Cold-pressed extra\u00a0virgin olive oil\u00a0has polyphenols and antioxidants, says Dr Frankie Phillips. <\/p>\n

\nFoods to keep in the cupboard\n<\/p>\n

Nuts and seeds<\/p>\n

They boast unsaturated fats,\u00a0fibre, plant\u00a0protein, vitamins and minerals. Raw or dry roasted\u00a0should have no additives, like salt. Dr Shafqat recommends brands like Meridian, Pip & Nut and Whole Earth. <\/p>\n

\"ADried fruit
(Photo: Wirestock\/Getty\/iStockphoto\/Juergen Wiesler)<\/p>\n

\"Various <\/p>\n

Dried fruit <\/p>\n

If you\u2019re mindful of the addd sugar, they can be great for fibre as part of a meal. Dr Phillips recommends dried apricots as they\u2019re verstaile and add iron to the diet.<\/p>\n

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Dark chocolate<\/p>\n

It surprises many people that dark chocolate contains fibre.<\/p>\n

It counts as a health food thanks to\u00a0its high polyphenol count.\u00a0<\/p>\n

To really optimise the health benefits, choose chocolate\u00a0that is 70 per cent cocoa as it has fewer ingredients and a higher polyphenol content. <\/p>\n

Lindt 70 to 85 per cent, Green & Black\u2019s, Divine Fairtrade, Aldi\u2019s Moser Roth (70 per cent) and Lidl\u2019s own brand\u00a0(85 per cent) are great, accessible options.<\/p>\n

\nFoods to keep in the cupboard\n<\/p>\n

Oats<\/p>\n

Plain oats are a cheap, accessible and nutritious food that provide beta-glucan, a type of soluble fibre which helps to manage cholesterol levels.<\/p>\n

\"\"Packing out your curry with pulses (Photo: Michelle Garrett\/Getty)<\/p>\n

\"CloseCaption: Close up of a woman preparing a wholesome breakfast by pouring oats into a bowl from a plastic free jar with fresh berries.
Photographer: Dougal Waters
Provider: Getty Images
Source: Digital Vision
Copyright: Dougal Waters Photography Ltd<\/p>\n

Pulses<\/p>\n

Dr Phillips keeps canned cannellini beans, kidney beans, chickpeas and red lentils in the cupboard, and adds them to soups, stews and savoury mince dishes. <\/p>\n

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The UK\u2019s mild climate may be destroyed<\/p>\n

While much of the world is set to grow hotter as a result of the\u00a0climate crisis, the UK could soon face a different fate. <\/p>\n

Climate scientists fear a \u2018cold blob\u2019 in the Atlantic Ocean may bring Arctic conditions instead of a tropical future. <\/p>\n

Bill McGuire, a professor of geophysical and climate hazards at University College London (UCL), is one of them. <\/p>\n

Here he shares why cold temperatures could be our reality in a few decades.<\/p>\n

Why this could happen<\/p>\n

At the moment, global heating is making the UK hotter. This warmth is thanks to the presence of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), a system of currents over the Atlantic.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Without these currents, our climate would be more akin\u00a0to the much colder weather in north-eastern\u00a0Canada.<\/p>\n

And the AMOC might be set to U-turn.<\/p>\n

One study suggests that the AMOC has weakened by 15 per\u00a0cent since the mid-20th century.<\/p>\n

There is not much we can do to stop
this decline. Emissions would need to
be cut in half within five years to have
any chance of dodging a permanent global temperature change.<\/p>\n

\nHow to prepare for a change\n<\/p>\n

\u201cAll countries need to ensure that infrastructure, food security, services
and public engagement are robust,\u201d
says Professor McGuire.<\/p>\n

\"SnowCaption: Snow falls over in Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham. Storm Chandra brought travel disruption and flooding as strong winds and heavy rain hit much of the UK. Picture date: Tuesday January 27, 2026. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Owen Humphreys\/PA Wire
Photographer: Owen Humphreys
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\"AA train arrives into the station in the town of Glossop in the snowy weather last week. New rail projects planned for the North of England are \u2018really exciting,\u2019 the Transport Secretary has said (Photo: Oli SCARFF \/ AFP via Getty Images)<\/p>\n

One paper estimated that only seven per cent of UK land would be suitable for
arable farming in the new climate,
compared with the current 32 per cent. \u201cManaging this looks like rationing and restricted civil liberties,\u201d he claims.<\/p>\n

The global impact<\/p>\n

\"FILESmoke billows from a fire in an area of the Amazon rainforest near Porto Velho, Rondonia State, Brazil (Photo: Bruno Kelly\/Reuters)<\/p>\n

It could cause the weakening of the African and Asian monsoons, resulting in famine.<\/p>\n

Increased warming of the southern hemisphere could further dry out the Amazon.<\/p>\n

Increase melting across Antarctica would accelerate sea level rise.<\/p>\n

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What we need to do<\/p>\n

This is entirely the result of\u00a0global heating caused by human activities. It is critical that monitoring of the AMOC is maintained, even increased. European governments really need to be planning for a future that could well be
much colder.<\/p>\n

AUTHOR OF THE FATE OF THE WORLD: HOW OUR FUTURE IS WRITTEN IN THE PAST<\/p>\n

\"SnowSnow covering Arlington Row in the Cotswolds village of Bibury. \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

Our shared ownership home is a disaster<\/p>\n

\"PaulPaul Afshar is struggling to sell his shared ownership flat in Hackney Wick (Photo: Charlie Forgham-Bailey)<\/p>\n

Paul Afshar felt a sense of pride when
he purchased 25 per cent of a new home in East London \u2013 as a way to get on the property ladder without huge financial backing. <\/p>\n

But years on, Afshar has discovered the drawbacks of the scheme, including the rising costs and difficulty moving on. <\/p>\n

\nThe background\n<\/p>\n

A 25 per cent of a one-bedroom flat in London.<\/p>\n

In 2007 Afshar put a five per cent deposit (\u00a32,500) on his share of the flat and entered a 35-year mortgage on a standard variable rate.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Although he only owns a quarter of his flat in Hackney but is eligible for 100 per cent of the maintenance costs.<\/p>\n

Between 2007 and 2024 his mortgage rose 48 per cent from \u00a3268.65 to \u00a3400.28. He also pays \u00a3865.48 on rent (shared ownership requires paying rent to the organisation who owns the rest) and a service charge.<\/p>\n

Fixing unsafe cladding on his block of will also cost in excess
of \u00a350,000, as it isn\u2019t eligible for government funding.<\/p>\n

The impact on residents<\/p>\n

It has definitely triggered a deep sense of anxiety in me that affected my mental health. It\u2019s this constant heavy, nervous feeling in my stomach.<\/p>\n

AFSHAR, 41<\/p>\n

\"PaulCaption: Paul Afshar, campaigner for End Our Cladding Scandal (EOCS). who???s flat in Hackney Wick has been affected by unsafe cladding which means that he is unable to sell the property. <\/p>\n

Photographed leaving his flat.
Photographer: Charlie Forgham-Bailey
Provider: Charlie Forgham-Bailey
Source: Charlie Forgham-Bailey<\/p>\n

Shared ownership in the UK<\/p>\n

\"BRENTFORD,Caption: BRENTFORD, ENGLAND \u2013 OCTOBER 19: A general view of some of the student accommodation blocks within the Paragon Residential development which have been placed on a mandatory evacuation order, on October 19, 2020 in Brentford, England. Paragon is a development of six apartment blocks owned by one of London\u2019s largest housing associations, Notting Hill Genesis. A recent investigation into the exterior cladding coupled with structural and fire safety issues has led to the association asking residents of the 1059 flats to evacuate while further investigations are made. The estate was developed by Berkeley First, part of The Berkeley Group plc. (Photo by Leon Neal\/Getty Images) <\/p>\n

Myra Butterworth
Photographer: Leon Neal
Provider: Getty Images
Source: Getty Images Europe
Copyright: GETTY IMAGES<\/p>\n

In 2024, 200,000 households were shared ownership properties.<\/p>\n

In 2021-22 there were 19,386 new\u00a0shared ownership properties.<\/p>\n

Fewer than 2,000 shared ownership households managed to staircase from part to full ownership in 2022.<\/p>\n

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\nSelling up\n<\/p>\n

Afshar couldn\u2019t sell his flat but didn\u2019t feel safe to live in it \u2013 because of the cladding. So he lived with his partner for three years, still paying the mortgage and charges.<\/p>\n

\"PaulCaption: Paul Afshar, campaigner for End Our Cladding Scandal (EOCS). who???s flat in Hackney Wick has been affected by unsafe cladding which means that he is unable to sell the property. <\/p>\n

General view of the unsafe timber cladding.
Photographer: Charlie Forgham-Bailey
Provider: Charlie Forgham-Bailey
Source: Charlie Forgham-Bailey<\/p>\n

\"PaulCaption: Paul Afshar, campaigner for End Our Cladding Scandal (EOCS). who???s flat in Hackney Wick has been affected by unsafe cladding which means that he is unable to sell the property. <\/p>\n

Photographed inside his flat.
Photographer: Charlie Forgham-Bailey
Provider: Charlie Forgham-Bailey
Source: Charlie Forgham-Bailey<\/p>\n

Property expert\u00a0Crystal Olenbush says selling is the biggest issue. \u201cYou\u2019ve got to figure out how to divvy any equity, then you\u00a0need to find someone to take over the side of the seller\u2019s portion of the mortgage. There\u2019s a whole legal process to transfer that shared ownership stake. If anyone tries to skip steps, it creates huge problems.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"PaulPaul Afshar is struggling to sell his shared ownership flat in Hackney Wick
(Photo: Charlie Forgham-Bailey)<\/p>\n

The takeaway<\/p>\n

I got into something I didn\u2019t fully understand.\u00a0I was sold a dream of homeownership and it\u2019s come back to bite me years later. It\u2019s heartbreaking.<\/p>\n

Looking back Afshar wishes he\u2019d have looked into the service charge, mortgage rate and selling protocols sooner.<\/p>\n

Thinking of getting
a divorce?<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not always the solution, says psychotherapist and author Philippa Perry, who has been married for 32 years. <\/p>\n

Here are the five things she recommends asking yourself before dishing
out the divorce papers.<\/p>\n

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\nThe questions you should ask\n<\/p>\n

Is it a you problem?<\/p>\n

\"Couple,Couple, talk and arguing with fight at house for disagreement, conflict and divorce discussion. Woman, explain and bored man for conversation, toxic relationship and drama and marriage fail in lounge \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not a good idea to get divorced when you\u2019re just depressed and stressed. You\u2019re naturally irritated by everything and everybody. It\u2019s too easy to\u00a0take that out on your partner and think they\u2019re the problem.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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2 min read<\/p>\n

\"Asian(Photo: Kawee Srital-on\/Getty).<\/p>\n

Are you telling
yourself a story?<\/p>\n

We cherry-pick the evidence against our partner until we\u2019re so set on them being the enemy\u2026<\/p>\n

It feels almost like tying up loose ends. But it won\u2019t really solve the problem. It just makes it much worse. It\u2019s okay to be wrong. Good relationships are full of ruptures and repairs.<\/p>\n

\nThe questions you should ask\n<\/p>\n

It is a mixmatch of
conflict styles?<\/p>\n

When we\u2019re under stress, we have our preferred way of coping.<\/p>\n

You want a\u00a0partner who\u2019s on the same page as you, so that you have moments of connection.<\/p>\n

Some people think a lot, other people want to go straight to action. <\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a thinker, and you\u2019re married to a do-er, it\u2019s important to remind them that they don\u2019t have to fix every problem. If you are a doer, you have to say something like, explain your process and thoughts a little more.<\/p>\n

Do you believe the
grass is greener?<\/p>\n

If this is you, do some serious therapy on yourself. What gets in the way of a good relationship is thinking that the grass is greener and therefore having a lack of commitment. This is why we have marriage because you make a commitment. <\/p>\n

PHILIPPA PERRY, AUTHOR OF BEST-SELLING BOOKS ON PARENTING AND RELATIONSHIPS<\/p>\n

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Do you have moments
of inclusion?<\/p>\n

\"HappySon\u2019t assume your partner knows how you think (Photo: ljubaphoto\/Getty\/E+)<\/p>\n

Moments of inclusion are the ones when you both feel like you\u2019ve both clicked, and really get on. \u00a0<\/p>\n

If these moments are missing, we need to leave more space for them.<\/p>\n

Also treat love as an action, not a feeling. Ask yourself, what can I do for my partner today?<\/p>\n

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LIFESTYLE<\/p>\n

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The vital statistics<\/p>\n

Turner: 35 years old, 6ft 1\u201d, bodyweight 80kg, star sign Aquarius. Zero followers as zero social media. Has been described as having \u201cpiercing eyes, a boxer\u2019s nose and shoulders broad enough to land a biplane on\u201d.<\/p>\n

Elordi: 28 years old, 6ft 5\u201d, bodyweight 83kg, star sign Cancer. Also zero followers. Has been described as \u201cnot so much a tall drink of water as the entire water fountain\u201d.<\/p>\n

The backstories (spoiler: they\u2019re both working class)<\/p>\n

Turner: a born-and-bred Londoner raised on a west London estate by his mother, Rosemary, who works as a club promoter. \u201cSteve Strange lived with us for a long time. I had this very working class upbringing\u2026 and also this colourful world that I was able to dive into of famous or interesting people,\u201d he told The Sunday Times. He\u2019s never publicly named his school other than to say he dropped out at 16. \u201cSchool wasn\u2019t for me\u201d.<\/p>\n

Elordi: born in Brisbane, Australia, and brought up with his three older sisters by his house painter father John and homemaker mother Melissa. \u201cGrowing up as the baby, I was definitely spoiled and I\u2019m still spoiled,\u201d he told GQ. He attended the all-boys Catholic schools St Kevin\u2019s College in Melbourne and St Joseph\u2019s College in Brisbane, graduating in 2015.<\/p>\n

The record of service<\/p>\n

Turner: a lifelong Chelsea fan, he planned to be a professional footballer and was crushed not to make it past semi-pro status. Happily, he had the looks to become a model, a Plan B which by the age of 18 had taken him all over the world. By 20, he\u2019d become interested in acting. His first big role was in Fantastic Beasts (2018), followed by The Capture (2019), after which he starred alongside Anya Taylor-Joy in Emma (2020). His breakthrough role was in Steven Spielberg\u2019s Masters of the Air (2024).<\/p>\n

Elordi: he always wanted to act, even if his debut \u2013 playing a cat in a school production of Seussical aged 12 \u2013 wasn\u2019t auspicious. Aged 19, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue the profession full time. It didn\u2019t take him long to find success: by 20, he\u2019d made his debut in teen flick franchise The Kissing Booth (2018) which led to a breakout role as Nate Jacobs in HBO hit Euphoria (2019). By the time season 3 aired earlier this year, Jacobs was a megastar, having starred in Priscilla (2023), Saltburn<\/a> (2023), Frankenstein (2025) and Wuthering Heights (2026).<\/p>\n

The fieldcraft<\/p>\n

Turner: he once had to drop his waist size down to 28 inches, via an intense dietary regime consisting almost solely of tuna. He also underwent flight training for Masters of the Air.<\/p>\n

Elordi: he studied Tibetan throat-singing to develop a husky voice for Frankenstein, and Butoh dance techniques to inhabit the monster\u2019s movements. He also spent 11 hours in the make-up chair having prosthetics applied \u2013 though this is nothing compared to his prep for Wuthering Heights<\/a>, which saw him accidentally injure himself with a steaming hot shower head, telling Esquire he ended up with a \u201csecond-degree burn\u201d. Despite this, he claims not to be a method actor.<\/p>\n

The love lives<\/p>\n

Turner: after a six-year relationship with actress Vanessa Kirby, in 2024 he began dating multi-Brit and Grammy winning pop sensation Dua Lipa<\/a>. They recently got married \u2013 twice \u2013 in London (Marylebone Town Hall), then in Italy (Palermo), in a lavish three-day ceremony whose specifics remain unknown, since the wedding photos haven\u2019t surfaced yet. Vogue exclusive or genuine desire for privacy? Time will tell. Oh, and he designed Dua\u2019s ring himself.<\/p>\n

Elordi: as well as confirmed relationships with actress Joey King, model Kaia Gerber and influencer Olivia Jade, he\u2019s also been linked to Euphoria co-star Zendaya. But this is history: he\u2019s currently in a relationship with Kendall Jenner, 30, whom he\u2019s been \u201cquietly getting to know\u201d since March. Or as quietly as you can, when your girlfriend is a Kardashian-Jenner with 278m Instagram followers.<\/p>\n

The pets<\/p>\n

Turner: Has a six-year-old dog, Golo, who is half-Labrador, half-Rottweiler \u2013 an unusual yet spookily apposite mix of breed for the next Bond, a man who himself could be described as 50 per cent Lab, 50 per cent Rotty. Turner sweetly describes Golo as his best friend. Other than his wife, obvs.<\/p>\n

Elordi: Has a golden retriever named Layla, who he has called his \u201cbest friend and confidante\u201d, and has occasionally accompanied him to interviews. In one, he joked that Layla is a service dog because \u201cshe makes me happy, which is a service\u201d.<\/p>\n

The residences<\/p>\n

Turner: is too in-demand to live in any one place, but is primarily London-based, and thought to split his time between a flat in South London and Lipa\u2019s pad near Primrose Hill.<\/p>\n

Elordi: is thought to split his time between a property in the Hollywood Hills and a more nature-focused retreat in Byron Bay, Australia.<\/p>\n

The brands<\/p>\n

Turner: modelled for Next in 2010, Burberry in 2014, and has a lucrative deal with Louis Vuitton, for whom he\u2019s been a brand ambassador since 2024.<\/p>\n

Elordi: top-tier all the way, having worked with Calvin Klein, Boss and Tag Heuer. He\u2019s currently coining it as a brand ambassador for Cartier, Bottega Veneta and Bleu de Chanel.<\/p>\n

The cash<\/p>\n

Turner: a reportedly modest fortune of $5m (\u00a33.73m), dwarfed by his wife\u2019s $200m (\u00a3149m) stash. Though watch this space.<\/p>\n

Elordi: also surprisingly modest, at $4m (\u00a32.98m), and also overshadowed by his girlfriend\u2019s $60m (\u00a345m). Not that he\u2019d get his hands on it even if they married. Momager Kris is way too shrewd for that.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The name\u2019s Turner. Callum Turner. Unless the name\u2019s Elordi. Jacob Elordi. Was ever an audition process more opaque…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":636578,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[27],"tags":[28267,96,242,5453,2839,56,54,55],"class_list":["post-636577","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-movies","tag-actors","tag-entertainment","tag-features","tag-james-bond","tag-movies","tag-uk","tag-united-kingdom","tag-unitedkingdom"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/636577","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=636577"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/636577\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/636578"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=636577"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=636577"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=636577"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}