A frustrated shopkeeper has warned parents he will publicly shame children caught stealing from his town centre store following a spate of thefts.
Ritun Amin, owner of Folkestone’s Bouverie News, vented his frustration after two grammar school girls were caught thieving in a day – one had swiped alcohol before lessons.
The owner of Bouverie News in Folkestone town centre has wanted parents that he will publicly shame children caught stealing from his store on social media. Picture: Google
He stressed he would no longer tolerate theft and would begin posting pictures of offenders online for their parents and teachers to see.
In a Facebook post which has received more than 400 interactions, he wrote: “I want every parent on here to talk to their kids who go to Bouverie News before and after school to stop stealing from my shop.
“We are an independent shop who work damn hard most days, 15 hours a day.
“Kids from all secondary schools use us daily, which is great.
“But some steal and it makes it difficult for everyone.”
Mr Amin revealed two girls from a local grammar school were caught stealing in one day – one of them before school with alcohol.
“Going forward, just to let you know that anyone caught stealing will be displayed on Facebook for all to see, including their teachers at school,” he warned.
Ritun Amin, owner of Folkestone’s Bouverie News, says grammar school girls were caught thieving. Picture: iStock
The post sparked a wave of support from residents and parents, who backed the shopkeeper’s tough stance.
Many agreed that public shaming could help deter young thieves and hold them accountable, others suggested allowing a limited amount of children in at once.
Sally Taylor shared her own experience of dealing with a similar situation involving her child.
“If it was my child, I’d certainly want to know,” she wrote.
“In fact, my child did do this a few years ago, egged on by pals to steal a couple of cans of drink.
“They filmed her and sent it to my older daughter who immediately showed me. I was fuming.
“Took her straight in there, made her admit what she’d done and apologise, and pay for what she’d taken.”
Another supporter, Amz Phillipa Kerr, praised Mr Amin and his shop, saying: “You’re a lovely, lovely man and a lovely shop.
“Such a shame about these children.
“Stealing is unacceptable.”
Lucy Birkett also voiced her support, stating: “100% behind this post!
“I’d have no problem with my child’s picture going up – at least I’d have the chance of finding out and dealing with it at home also.”
If you’re on the hunt for a lovely Irish name for your baby boy that’s more on the rare side, you might be in luck as we spotted this rare pick in last year’s charts.
The CSO dropped their list of every name chosen by parents in Ireland in 2024 and lots of beautiful Irish monikers made the cut, including six out of the top ten for boys.
While we’ll always have a special place in our hearts for the classic Irish favourites, there’s lots of lesser known names out there that deserve more time in the spotlight.
According to the CSO, a baby name needs to be used more than three times to appear on the charts and this sweet boy’s name didn’t make the cut last year – making it perfect if your on the lookout for something unique.
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Daimhin, pronounced (dah-vin) is a beautiful Irish name that means ‘little deer’ or is also said to translate as ‘servant’ or Also spelled Davin or Davan, it has only charted twice in Ireland, once in 2011 and once in 2016, being used four times in both years.
With less than three baby boys recorded with the name last year, its namesake Davin also didn’t appear in 2024.
Davin has been slightly more popularity over the decades, first ranking in 1970 with three baby Davins born in that year.
It peaked in popularity in 2010 and 2019 with nineteen babies given the name in both years.
What do you think of this rare Irish baby boy’s name?
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Lisa Ray has slammed Air India for denying a medical waiver for her ailing father. The actor-model said she was refused a waiver despite submitting all the required documents.
Lisa recently took to X to express her disappointment. “Here we go again. My father is 92, unwell and I have to cancel travel due to his ailing condition. Submitted doctors letter and the waiver was denied? How is that possible?”
After the airlines responded to her post, Lisa posted the screenshot of an email that shows she was denied a medical waiver. The screenshot reveals Lisa’s request for a waiver, along with the medical certificate to indicate her father’s hospitalisation. Several people came in support of Lisa as they criticised Air India for not “being empathising to their customers.”
Lisa is known for her films such as Kasoor, Water, and I Can’t Think Straight. Having started off as model in the early 90s, she debuted in films with Hanste Khelte (1994).
The actor was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a form of bone marrow cancer. She experienced a relapse three years into her recovery. Lisa wrote about her challenging days in her memoir Close to the Bone, which released in 2019. Her most recent work is the second season of Four More Shorts Please!.
Kris Jenner shares funny incident about mom Mary Jo Campbell
Popular TV personality Kris Jenner just got tricked by her mother.
In the latest episode of The Kardashians, Jenner was confronted by her daughter Kourtney Kardashian about the one time she may or may not have bought some fake Chanel items in early days of her career.
On March 20th episode, the 69-year-old was doing preps for her mom’s 90th birthday while face timing Kourtney.
During the chat, the momager revealed that her mother once gifted her, and all siblings Chanel watched one Christmas.
The TV personality spilled details of the funny moment, saying that all our siblings were happy to see the gift but after sometime the diamonds from the watches started to fall off.
Jenner explained, “Year one of our show, my mom gave us all these Chanel — ‘Chanel’ — watches for Christmas.”
“And they just slowly started chipping and the diamonds would fall out and we were like, ‘Mom, these watches, if these are real, that’s crazy.’
Their mum revealed that she bought them from a ‘truck’. According to Kris, her 90-year-old mother was very excited on spending, “five times her $1,000 paycheck on a hot watch.”
Singer Amaal Mallik recently took to Instagram to share a heartfelt and emotional note, revealing that he has been battling clinical depression. In his candid post, he opened up about his strained relationship with his brother, Armaan Malik, attributing their differences to their parents. Amaal also hinted at distancing himself from his family on a personal level, stating that he now wishes to maintain only a professional relationship with them. The post shared by Amaal on his Instagram read, “I’ve reached a point where I can no longer keep silent about the pain I’ve endured. For years, I’ve been made to feel like I’m less in spite of spending days and nights toiling away to make a safe life for my people. Cancelled every dream of mine to only find myself to be spoke down to and question what I’ve ever done. I have spent my blood, sweat & tears to create each of the 126 melodies that have released over the last decade.” Amaal further shared that he had worked relentlessly to turn every possible dream into reality for his family, allowing them to stand with pride before the world. He highlighted that, alongside his brother’s vocal talent, they had reshaped their identity, moving beyond being recognized merely as someone’s nephew or son. Instead, they carved out their own space in the industry, establishing themselves as independent artists in their own right. He further added, continued, “The journey has been terrific for the both of us but the actions of my parents have been the reason we as brothers have gone too far from one another and all of this has made me step in for myself as it has left a very deep scar left across my heart.” The singer also spoke about his emotional struggles, revealing that he has endured years of relentless attempts by close individuals to sabotage his well-being, relationships, and confidence. Despite these hardships, he emphasized his unwavering determination to move forward, crediting his success to his own perseverance and divine blessings. “Today, with a heavy heart, I announce that I am stepping away from these personal ties. From now on, my interactions with my family will be strictly professional. This isn’t a decision made in anger, but one born from the necessity to heal and reclaim my life. I refuse to let the past rob me of my future any longer. I am committed to rebuilding my life, piece by piece, with honesty and strength, mentioned in the post.” The ‘O Khuda’ singer shared that these circumstances have taken a deep toll on him, leading to clinical depression. While taking responsibility for his actions, he confessed that his self-worth has been repeatedly diminished by the hurtful actions of those closest to him, leaving him emotionally shattered.
Exclusive: Musician Amaal Mallik reveals the two instruments he is learning to play in the lockdown
Data showed that names such as Reggie and Callan were increasingly common for boys, with Eliza and Romy popular for girls
Noah and Olivia have topped the charts for the most popular baby names in Scotland in 2024.
However Andrew – the name of Scotland’s patron saint and the third most popular name of the last 50 years – has fallen out of favour and is no longer among the 100 most common names for boys’ in the country.
Noah previously took top spot in 2023, while this is the seventh time Olivia has been the most popular girl’s name.
The National Records of Scotland data showed that names such as Reggie, Myles and Callan were increasingly common for boys, while Eliza, Romy and Nora jumped in popularity for girls.
Olivia was registered 266 times, exactly the same number as 2023, while Noah was picked 366 times, an increase of 30 on the previous year.
NRS figures also revealed trends and popularity from the past 50 years, with David the top boys’ name from the past half century with more than 40,000 babies and Emma leading the list for girls with over 24,000.
Risers and fallers
Other names to have remained popular in every decade include James, Thomas, George, Alexander and Anna.
However Andrew, which was registered 1,327 times back in 1979, has steadily declined over the years and was only used 49 times last year.
Within this year’s top 10, Muhammad moved nine places to second in the top boys’ names, and Sophia rose 10 places to sixth within the top girls’ names.
And while Olivia and Noah were the most common names for mums aged under 25, mothers aged 35 and over preferred Finn and Emily.
Ezra reached the top 100 of boys’ names for the first time, possibly inspired by fans of singer George Ezra
The figures indicated that pop culture continued to play a prominent part in the names chosen.
Having first appeared in 2018, when it was used three times, Atlas was registered 20 times in 2024, which NRS said was possibly due to it being the name of a character in drama film It Ends With Us.
Ezra appeared in the top 100 for the first time – the NRS suggested this could be because of fans of singer George Ezra, as the name first gained traction in 2015, when he released his first album.
Violet rising 31 places was linked to the character Violet Baudelaire, the oldest child in the A Series of Unfortunate Events books that inspired a recent Netflix series.
On a smaller scale, the likes of Loki and Leia also appeared, presumably inspired by the Marvel and Star Wars films.
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Elon featured three times in the name charts
Some well-known political figures do not seem to have affected the list – there were seven Keirs, one down from the previous year, and just three Nicolas – the same as 2023.
Despite Donald Trump’s election victory in America, Donald was in single figures, at seven.
That was slightly ahead of his political ally Elon Musk, whose name was chosen three times – the first time it has featured in the charts.
The NRS historical data also provides a guide to certain cultural moments.
While Kylie was only used three times last year, it featured more than 100 times back in 1988, the same year singer and actress Kylie Minogue had audiences glued to their screens in Neighbours.
And in 2017 there were seven Corbyn’s, likely inspired by the then Labour leader – with it never reappearing since.
Pixar
The Good Dinosaur featured a character called Arlo, a name that has risen in popularity since the film’s release
A record number of boys names were registered in 2024, which the NRS said continued a trend for more names being used in recent years.
Chief Executive Alison Byrne said: “It’s fascinating to look at the data for the past five decades and see the growing range of names in use. It is much easier now for a name to rise in the charts compared with previous generations.
“In 1974 more than 1,700 baby boys were called David, but 50 years on, Noah topped the chart with only 366.”
Names continually growing in popularity include Clara, Mara and Arlo – which the NTS said could be linked to the title character in Pixar animation The Good Dinosaur, released 10 years ago.
A total of 4,673 different first names were given to girls and 3,925 different first names given to boys in 2024.
Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray on Friday rubbished calls for a police case to be filed against him, and an inquiry to be conducted by the Central Bureau of Investigation, over the death by suicide of celebrity manager Disha Salian at her flat in Mumbai in June 2020.
Mr Thackeray said the demand – made this week by her father, Satish Salian, who believes she was raped and murdered, and her death covered up by politicians – is an attempt to malign his image, an exercise in play for the past five years. “We will put forth our side… give our replies in court,” he said.
On Wednesday Satish Salian moved the Bombay High Court seeking a fresh investigation into his daughter’s death, as also a FIR against Aaditya Thackeray and others, and an inquiry by the CBI.
This is not the first time Mr Thackeray has found himself linked to Ms Salian’s death; in December 2022 there were demands – by BJP leaders and those from Eknath Shinde’s breakaway Sena faction – that he face a ‘lie detector’ test. The response then was pithy – “I don’t give a dime…” he told NDTV.
What Disha Salian’s Father Claims
In his petition, Mr Salian claimed his daughter had been raped and murdered, and that aspects of her death, as well as that of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, a client of hers who died six days later, had been covered up by prominent politicians such as Mr Thackeray.
Mr Salian has claimed high-profile political leaders, like Aaditya Thackeray and Mumbai Mayor Kishori Pednekar, had pressured him into avoid implicating certain individuals.
He also claimed evidence had been fabricated to show his daughter had died by suicide.
The reality, Mr Salian has argued, is that his daughter had been subject to “psychological manipulation” by associates of Mr Thackeray and Rohan Rai, Ms Salian’s fiancée.
Mr Salian has pointed to the lack of bloodstains and injuries consistent with falling from the 14th floor of the apartment block – which, authorities have said, was how his daughter died.
These inconsistencies prompted the demand for Mr Thackeray to be questioned.
The Salian petition also notes a written complaint had been filed against the Shiv Sena leader in January last year. It claims no police case was filed after that, and a CBI inquiry was hushed.
Mr Rajput’s father, KK Singh, has backed the Salian’s probe demand. “I don’t know his reasons… but what he did was right. We can get a conclusion… it will also shed light on Sushant’s case.”
“Attempt to Defame”, Cries Sena
The allegations have triggered a spat between Mr Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (led by his father and ex-Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray) and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party.
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut questioned the timing of the petition, claiming it is meant to draw attention from criticism of the BJP amid violent riots over Aurangzeb’s grave in Nagpur.
“Some power is working behind the petitioner. A discussion is being created, leaving aside the Aurangzeb issue,” he said, condemning attempts “to defame the Thackeray family”.
Mr Raut’s colleague, Ambadas Danve, also accused the BJP of conspiring to defame” Mr Thackeray. “We have no idea what Disha’s father said, but Aaditya is a mature leader.”
He has also been backed by Anil Deshmukh of the Sharad Pawar-led NCP group.
Across the aisle, Fisheries Minister Nitesh Rane accused Mr Thackeray and the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance of trying to cover up the truth and warned it would come out.
He also demanded his resignation. “We have demanded this in the House…” he said.
Ms Salian died on June 8, 2020. She jumped off the 14th floor of a residential building in suburban Malad. Six days later Mr Rajput was found dead too, in his Bandra home.
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There’s no one quite like an Irish Mammy- a woman who strikes a fine balance between overwhelming love and having us fquivering in our boots!
Our mammies have said a LOT of things to us over the years, and we think Irish mammies have a wisdom beyond compare, and unique to this little island of ours. In the lead up to Mother’s Day, we’ve compiled a list of eight things you’re guaranteed to hear if you’re lucky enough to have and Irish mammy.
When our Irish mammies tell us they don’t want anything for Mother’s Day – don’t believe them! Whether they’re young, middle-aged or old, every mammy wants a little bit of recognition. We may forget to honour her most days, but she is the woman who gave birth to us, so it’s no harm to do a little something for her.
Give her a call, make her something she likes, or better still, get the kids involved. A collage of pics of nana, and drawings and little notes from the family are sure to warm her heart. A small gesture speaks a thousand words, and a thoughtful gift doesn’t have to cost a lot. So when she says don’t – do!
2. Did you hear so-and-so died?
Irish mammies like to keep an eye on the obituaries. Pic: Shutterstock
We may not want to hear it. And we may not have known the person, and we may not really care.
But what Irish mammy is telling us is that a) she’s still got it – and is up on all the news, b) bad news travels fast, and good news takes the scenic route, and she’s going to help with that, c) she needs to tell someone about this, talking is mam’s way of TikToking. TikTalking, if you will, d) she’s wants you to know everything she knows, she is your mammy, after all! e) she might be sad or upset about it, as another from her generation has passed away. f) it’s good to talk.
Whatever the reason, swallow that sarcastic comment and suppress the eye roll. And just say: Who, mum?, feigning interest and surprise. And listen to her. You can do it.
3. Eat up, now!
Irish mammies are known for their liking for wooden spoons, but does the advice they feed us mean more than we think? Pic: Shutterstock
Yes, you may be over 20/30/40/50 (insert your age here!). But you will always be her child, and she will always be your mother.
So when mom tells you what to do, you know it’s for your own good really, and you should listen.
Even if she hasn’t cooked for you on this occasion – because no Irish mammies should be cooking on gatherings on or around Mother’s Day! – she still has the right to tell you to eat up. Sure, if she doesn’t, who else will. Eat up now, will ya. And don’t forget your vegetables.
4. No.
When Irish mammies say no, they mean no! Pic: Shutterstock
It’s the most powerful word in the English language. And us mums don’t use it enough. When your mammy says no, she means no. So don’t mess with her.
A little addendum: Mammy probably had to learn the hard way too, and establishing those boundaries didn’t happen overnight.
Take her word for it – she means no! – and you’d better not ask again. Especially when you’re asking if she’ll mind the kids. Again. On Mother’s Day. Just, no.
5. Are you wearing that?
Irish mammies have earned the right to wear exactly as they please. But they will still ask you what YOU’RE wearing. Pic: Shutterstock.
They can wear what they like. They’ve earned the right. But you will always be asked if you’re wearing – that.
You haven’t been a teenager for a very long time. Yet your mum will continue to comment on your clothes, your shoes, your hair, your handbag… anything really that dares to grace your person.
It’s Irish mammy’s way of saying she’s interested in you, how you look, the latest haircut, your most recent purchase.
And maybe there’s a little bit of mom jealousy too, as she might have wanted to be there when you bought it.
It may not always come out the right way (Are you sure that colour suits you? Isn’t that a bit small on you? Is that gap supposed to be there? Jaysus I don’t know about that now, it makes you look pale!) but it shows she cares. And on Mother’s Day, she’s allowed.
So, smile and nod, ladies, smile and nod!
6. Ask grandad
Pic: Getty
It used to be ‘Ask your father’. Now the Irish mammies have become grandparents, the focus has shifted, and your father has been renamed.
When you, or your offspring, as mammy for this, that or the other, she is going to do exactly what she did when you were small.
She will send you off into the other room, to ask the other decision maker. Because she is fed up with making decisions and she is fed of expected to having all the answers. It’s her way of saying: Leave me alone now!
So go and ask grandad. In all likelihood, he is sitting down and reading the paper anyway, or pruning some roses, or organising the shed, while Irish mammy is cooking the dinner.
Grandad might send you back in to Ask granny, but you’ll know then to say: ‘No, grandad, she asked us to ask you.’ You’re welcome.
7. Will you have a cup of tea
Pic: RTÉ
Even if you’re in a mad rush, and you don’t want to have a cup of tea, coffee or even just a glass of water, reconsider. What your Irish mammy is telling you is that she’d love to have an auld chat with you. Pull up a chair. Have a cup, at least one. Grab a biccie. And listen to what Mammy has to say about the neighbour’s daughter, or the price of milk.
A cup of tea is so important to Irish mammies, as it is the solution for everything. Did you stub your toe? Here, sit down and have a cup of tea. Bad day at work? Tea, to the rescue. Did your favourite guinea pig shake off its mortal coil? Tea will make everything better.
As immortalised by one of our favourites, Mrs Doyle, an Irish cup of tea is something of a tradition, and it’s something that we never, ever, really get around to saying no to. So bear in mind what mum is trying to tell you the next time you call round for a cuppa. Go on, go on. GO ON!
What things did your Irish mammies used to say to you? Let us know over on our discussion board.
Tristan Dudouet was flying from London Gatwick to Lyon, France with his partner, Mona, 30, and two-year-old daughter, Naia, when they were charged the ‘unbearable’ fees
10:27, 20 Mar 2025Updated 10:27, 20 Mar 2025
This family had a bumpy start to their holiday (Image: Jam Press)
A livid couple were left out of pocket after being stung with a £126 fee to sit next to their toddler on a Wizz Air flight.
Tristan Dudouet, 35, was jetting off from London Gatwick to Lyon, France with wife Mona, 30, and their two year old daughter Naia. He alleges that he tried to check in and pay for adjacent seats next to his little one three days before take-off, but the website wouldn’t allow it.
Tristan had hoped that he could sort it out at the airport but when they arrived at Gatwick, he claims the staff handed them a £126 bill for the trio to sit together.
The shocked couple reluctantly paid up to ensure they could keep an eye on their tot during the flight. With the original tickets costing just £30 per person, this unexpected extra more than doubled their travel costs.
Tristan and Mona were ‘caught out’ at check-in (Image: Jam Press)
“It added a lot of stress to the travelling,” Tristan, from Oxford, told Luxury Travel Daily. “It’s unbearable to charge that much to sit next to a young child.
“A lot of people are tight on money and would have to take their child home instead of going on holiday. I felt like they were looking at me like a piece of meat and wondering how much money they could get out of me. I was so frustrated and we didn’t have a choice but to pay. It’s not acceptable to have to pay to sit with your child.”
Logistics manager Tristan thinks there must’ve been a glitch with Wizz Air’s website when it wouldn’t let him check in ahead of his trip.
He complained that parents have a ‘narrow’ opportunity to check in with your child for free.
Tristan feels like the rules are meant to ‘confuse’ the customer(Image: Jam Press)
Tristan added: “I’d tried to check in online a few days before but it wouldn’t let me. Basically, you can’t check in online with your toddler before 24 hours.
“The only window to check in online with your child for free is 24 hours to two hours before departure time which is a tight window.
“So if you try too early then you don’t have the option to check in online for free with your toddler.
“The rules aren’t made clear and it seems like they’re meant to confuse the customer. They say it’s your fault because you didn’t read it properly.”
“I thought it was a problem with the website and I’d be able to sort it at the airport because we had to sit with our daughter.
“It feels like they’re trying to catch you out.”
The family’s flight was on 9 March.
A Wizz Air spokesperson responded: “The passengers did not check-in online, and were therefore charged for check-in when they arrived at the airport.
“The £126 fee you refer to was not a seating fee, it was instead the total fee for airport check-in. The passengers then travelled in their originally assigned seats – one of which was situated next to the child.
“Wizz Air always automatically assigns seats together for a child under 14 years old and one adult passenger.
“Instructions on how to avoid fees are clearly provided during the booking process, on the Wizz Air website and via email on how to check-in to avoid charges.”
