By Madison Burgess

Published: 06:11 EST, March 5, 2024 | Updated: 06:16 EST, March 5, 2024

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The death toll is expected to climb today after a 14-storey tower block in Spain was gutted by an uncontrollable inferno, with experts blaming its flammable cladding in a tragedy reminiscent of London’s Grenfell Tower disaster of 2017.

At least four people were confirmed killed last night and a further 19 were missing, feared dead, despite the heroic efforts of firefighters who braved the raging fire to haul trapped residents from their balconies.

The apartment block in Valencia caught fire at around 5.30pm on Thursday, trapping some of the more than 400 residents in the complex in their homes before it continued to rage on into the early hours of Friday morning.

Dramatic footage shows a man jumping several floors onto an inflatable mat to escape the raging fire, while other homeowners were seen awaiting rescue on their terraces as the flames closed in around them.

One couple, seen in footage being hauled to safety by firefighters, were later pictured being taken for treatment by emergency workers, seemingly not too badly hurt. 

Witnesses described how the fire engulfed the entire block ‘like cork’, with the flames spreading ‘in a matter of minutes’ and moving through the main tower and then into an adjoining building, 

Spain’s TVE public television said there were more than 130 flats in the building which was rapidly ‘reduced to a skeleton’.

As the sun rose on Friday, firefighters were preparing to enter the building to begin the grim task of going door-to-door in the search for bodies. Crews were still tackling the blaze, but said it was ‘controlled’.

The apartment block, in the Campanar area of the port city, was covered with highly-flammable polyurethane cladding, which experts have blamed for its rapid destruction. 

The material is legal but no longer widely used after it was linked to the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire, with an inquiry into the disaster being told that polyurethane and other combustible materials had been used in the building.

If cladding is to blame in this case, it could be the first fire of its kind in Spain, according to an engineer who previously surveyed the building. 

Firefighters said last night that they do not expect any of the missing to have survived the blaze – the cause of which is currently unclear.

Town hall officials had earlier said 19 people were unaccounted for but the number later rose to 20.

The official death toll is not expected to rise until later today when fire crews and other emergency responders are able to access the inside of the apartment block.

Jorge Suarez, sub-director of emergencies for the regional Valencian government, said last night that 14 people including at least six firefighters had been injured in the blaze.

Confirming fears there would be fatalities, he said: ‘We have to confirm the worst of the hypotheses that were on the table.

‘Four people have died. We can now confirm that but we can’t give out any more information at the moment.

‘Firefighters are still working exclusively outside the building on tasks related to extinguishing the blaze.

‘The characteristics of the building make it impossible to carry out any such work inside the structure so the work being done at the moment is focused on cooling down the outside and that’s going to be the focus over the next few hours.

‘I can’t say at the moment when they’re going to be able to go inside the building.’

Confirming earlier reports firefighters had sighted four bodies after they put up a drone, he added: ‘The information on the four fatalities is based on visual information we have.’ Two of the bodies were seen on a terrace, and the others on a floor.

Authorities confirmed that 14 people had been injured, among them nine men aged between 25 and 57, four women aged between 27 and 81, and a seven-year-old boy.

Twelve of them are understood to remain in hospital, as of midnight last night.

More details began to emerge this morning of the miracle rescue of a couple trapped on the seventh-floor in images that went around the world.

The man and woman were trapped on their seventh-floor balcony for almost two hours before being plucked to safety by firefighters in cherry pickers.

They covered their faces with scarves and woolly hats to protect themselves from the flames, smoke and intense heat.

At one point they were even filmed trying to jump over a partition wall separating their balcony from their neighbour’s terrace before being dissuaded by the fire crews trying to reach them who focused on dousing the outside of their flat with water to try to keep the flames away and make reaching them possible.

The couple were heard shouting for help as their rescuers tried to calm them down and darkness descended on the area.

They were plucked to safety around 8pm, with onlookers fearing a fatal outcome cheering as they were brought to the ground.

They received emergency medical attention following their rescue but are not thought to have needed hospital treatment.

Their whereabouts this morning was unknown. Other survivors are being put up in hotels or staying with family and friends.

Construction began on the building in 2005 and it was completed around 2009, with the construction company boasting at the time that it was built with ‘the highest quality materials’. 

More than 20 fire crews were involved in tackling last night’s blaze, with their efforts being hampered by the wind and soaring temperatures of the fire. 

Witnesses said that firefighters managed to rescue several people, including a father and daughter, teenage boy and a couple, from their balconies.

Speaking to EFE, Esther Puchades, who is deputy head of Valencia’s Industrial Engineers Association (COGITI), blamed the building’s cladding for the fire’s ferocity and said that the tragedy may mark ‘a turning point’ in Spain.

Images recalled the London disaster in June 2017 when a fire ripped through Grenfell Tower, a 24-storey high-rise in the west of the British capital, killing 72 people.

The blaze spread rapidly due to the highly combustible cladding on the block’s outside walls. A public inquiry into the disaster is still ongoing.

Speaking to Valencian TV on Thursday, Puchades explained that when construction began on the now destroyed building, ‘the bad reputation of polyurethane was not so widespread’ as it is now, in the wake of Grenfell and other disasters around the world.

‘Today it is not used, at least not in that way,’ she added, referring to increased safety measures around its usage in Spain.

Engineer David Higuera also told Spanish newspaper El País that the building’s cladding may have been the cause of the rapid spread of the fire. 

The material is ‘very good at insulating against heat and cold, but very combustible,’ he said.

Dozens of residents were pictured watching on in horror tonight as their homes were destroyed in front of their eyes.

A resident who lives on the second floor of the building told TV channel La Sexta that ‘the fire spread in a matter of 10 minutes’ after it broke out.

He speculated that material on the facade of the building may have enabled the flames to move through the building so quickly.

A resident who lives in the building opposite told RNE radio what she saw when the fire broke out. 

‘At first the fire came out of the balconies and parts of the facade fell down,’ she said, adding that wind had blown parts of the cladding off in recent years and that it had needed to be repaired.

Spain’s TVE public television said there were more than 130 flats in the building. 

Television images showed the entire facade of the building ablaze as burning segments fell to the pavement below and small explosions were heard inside. 

A woman who runs a nearby flower shop told public television the building was no more than 14 years old and had more than 100 flats, all of which were occupied.

‘What caused the fire to spread was mostly the wind,’ she said, describing scenes of ‘chaos’ as the blaze took hold, snarling traffic and sending clouds of smoke everywhere.

A field hospital was set up near the scene in case possible victims required treatment. 

 

Local media reported several residents calling for help from the balconies of their apartments. 

Ana Mari Gonzalez, who works in a nearby clinic, told TVE she could see firefighters working to rescue a teenage boy trapped on the building’s first floor. 

‘Please stay away from the area of the fire to let the emergency services do their work,’ Valencia’s mayor Maria Jose Catala wrote on X.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said he was ‘shocked by the terrible fire’ and was in contact with the mayor and the region’s leader ‘to offer whatever help they needed’ and extending his condolences to everyone affected by the blaze.

The Spanish Royal family sent their support to emergency services and added: ‘Our hearts are with the Valencians.’

Most of us think true love or great sex happens after a chance meeting with strangers. Wrong.

Recent research shows most relationships are born out of strong friendships. ‘We were friends first’, is the most common response people now give when asked how their relationship started.

Most prefer it that way. Studies show it’s considered far more appealing than locking eyes across a bar or swiping on dating apps.

It’s a scenario played out in the new Netflix hit series One Day, based on David Nicholls’s bestseller of the same name, where supposedly platonic friends spend years locked in a will-they, won’t-they dance.  

Find you’re looking at your best friend differently? You might not be alone, but you are still putting the friendship at risk if you decide to take things further.

Make no mistake: the minute you put your feelings out there, you cross the line. There’s no going back.

If they don’t feel the same, there will be an incredibly awkward transition period where you both try to reconcile what just happened. Or it becomes too cringe-inducing and the friendship withers and dies.

Is there a way to make a move and retain your dignity? Here’s my take on some classic situations.

HE WANTS TO JUMP IN BED WITH YOU

‘There’s never been anything other than friendship between me and my best male friend but he’s very flirtatious. He makes lots of comments about how sexy I look, and I see him checking me out when he thinks I’m not looking. Do you think he’s sexually attracted to me?’

Quite probably, yes! Saying you look great is one thing, saying you look sexy quite another. It’s one step further than most friends will go, if they do have you firmly in that basket. Doing an appreciative body scan when they think you aren’t watching is another definite giveaway.

Friends who’d like to become friends-with-benefits will find any excuse to touch you. It might be playful, but they never miss the opportunity. Also watch for prolonged eye contact and face searching: their eyes will roam your face if you’re in close contact to see if you’re also having lusty thoughts.

If the sexual chemistry between you is sizzling, other friends might pick up on it and make ‘get a room’ comments (totally different from them saying they have a crush on you, by the way).

SECRET SIGNS:

Look closer for the signals his body is subconsciously sending.

Take a good look when he next flirts with you. If he’s sexually attracted, his pupils will be large and dilated when he’s close to your face; his lips will look red and swollen. He might spread his legs while sitting opposite you (hopefully dressed!), to give what’s called a ‘crotch display’. He’s subconsciously letting you have a good look at what’s on offer.

Watch for the ‘flirting triangle’. Eye movement studies show we look at different parts of other people’s faces depending on the situation and level of attractiveness. When looking at strangers, we make a small triangle by moving our eyes from eye to eye, dipping them as they move across the bridge of the nose. The more attracted we are to someone, the bigger the triangle becomes, dropping below the mouth to include the breasts and even lower to include the genitals. 

Eye to eye contact becomes fast, furious, and constant, seconded by long periods spent staring at the mouth. (No prizes for guessing why.)

HOW TO MAKE YOUR MOVE

Think before you pounce. Motive is everything here. When friends become lovers, it’s often because one of you is wanting a relationship rather than just sex. Be clear on what you want before taking it any further. Don’t sleep with them if you know they’re secretly in love with you and there is no chance you’ll ever feel the same.

Change what you do together. If you normally walk around the park or work out together, go for a drink. Organise something that requires a group of you to stay overnight and make sure you or he don’t share a room (unless it’s together!). 

Dress differently. Ditch the jeans and sweatshirt for a sexy dress. Old school advice but there’s a reason they always include that scene where the woman emerges in the slinky dress in rom-coms. It makes him look at you differently.

Grab him and kiss him. Like properly kiss him: hard and sexily. If he responds, that’s all you need to do, he’ll take the lead from there. If he’s not a close friend and you aren’t too concerned about the effect on the friendship, let nature take its course. 

But if you are great mates, it’s wise to let them know exactly what’s on offer before you get naked. A simple, ‘I’ve wanted to be friends-with-benefits’ for ages. What do you think? Shall we be friends who have sex now and then?’. If they’re likely to misinterpret your advance as a declaration of love, this will let them know exactly what you’re up for. If you want more, say, ‘Just so you know, it’s not just your body I’m interested in’.

HE’S IN LOVE WITH YOU

‘I’ve been in love with my best friend for about a year. I think it’s reciprocal but neither of us are making a move. Is there a way of doing it and not looking like an idiot if I’m wrong?’

Yes – but first, let’s make sure you’re reading the situation correctly. People aren’t very good at hiding their feelings. When we’ve fallen for someone, we flirt, smile broadly, touch, look, compliment. Their body will point towards you, they’ll find it hard to stop looking at you and have to wrench their gaze away. (One exception: if he’s shy, he’ll avert his eyes for fear of you guessing his true feelings.)

If it’s obvious, chances are someone else has noticed. Do other people ask if you’re dating or see a connection? Not your friends (they’re biased and you’ve probably told them you want more) but his friends, casual acquaintances (parents – yours, theirs or of other friends – are particularly astute about things like this).

It’s a green light if your friends tell you he talks about you all the time. Another key sign: you spend a lot of time together – especially if it’s just the two of you and you’ve both intentionally orchestrated it that way.

SECRET SIGNS:

Look beyond the obvious…

He doesn’t like talking about your boyfriends or doesn’t think they are good enough for you. If he looks unhappy or annoyed when you turn up with a new love interest, pay attention. If he constantly undermines a love interest, pointing out their bad points, could be he wants you for himself.

He’ll act nervous about you. He’ll stumble over his words, blush if he does something silly, run his hands through his hair, rip the serviette into shreds. Even confident people get twitchy if they’re out of their comfort zone.

He’ll tease you. Playful teasing is a very male way of showing interest: it’s how men show affection to each other.

He goes out of his way to help you. You need help moving house, fixing something, your phone’s not working properly? If he jumps to attention every time, he’s letting you know you can count on him: he wants you to feel special.

He remembers details about you. He’ll recall something you said six months ago that you’ve long forgotten. He notices if you change your appearance, your new phone case. He’s paying attention because he’s into you.

He performs ‘ownership’ gestures – like lending you his coat or sweater. Few guys would be happy to return from the bar to find their girlfriend’s dress covered by another guy’s jacket. It’s a protective, sexy gesture that says ‘what’s mine is yours’; something that’s been close to his skin is now close to yours. It smelled of him to begin with; it’ll smell of you when you return it.

MAKE YOUR MOVE

You’ve got a lot to lose here. Which is why you need to ditch those romantic daydreams for a minute and…

Think logically. You know each other well, so should have a good idea of what they’re about. Ask yourself: Are they likely to reciprocate my feelings (have you seen real signs of attraction or is it wishful thinking?). Do other people (you think have good judgement) agree there’s a chance they’ll feel the same way? Are you both single? Are you both looking for the same kind of relationship? Do you have a lot in common and want the same things from life? 

Finally, and most crucially: how will I feel if they don’t feel the same way? Hurt, embarrassed, humiliated – it’s not pleasant being rejected. Even if they’re happy to continue the friendship, you might find it excruciatingly awkward. Are you willing to risk the friendship to let them know how you really feel?

That’s a yes to all those questions? The next thing to do is…

Step up the flirting. This one only works if you already kiss each other goodbye, albeit on the cheeks. The next time you say goodbye, hold his hand and pull him close, then give his hand a squeeze as you’re kissing him. Plant a kiss, dead centre, on the lips, making it last between two and three seconds. Pull back slightly, keeping your face close to theirs, then kiss them again very quickly (but hard). Pull back, look them straight in the eye, squeeze their hand, and let go.

If they’re interested, it’ll give them a green light. If they’re not, it’ll seem like an overly affectionate goodbye.

It’s OK if they look a bit stunned: they’re digesting the subliminal (or not, depending on how into it you were) message you’ve just sent. Check out their pupil size (the bigger, the better). Do they look flushed and red and put a hand to their mouth or bite their lips? (All are good signs.)

If they quickly meet your eyes, they’re checking they’ve read the situation correctly. You’ve created a moment when anything seems possible. Sit back and see what happens next.

Throw it out there – subtly. ‘My Mum asked me if we were dating last night. I told her no, but I wonder what made her say that?’. Smile cheekily and look directly into their eyes. If it’s never occurred to them or the idea doesn’t appeal, they’ll immediately come back with, ‘God, I have no idea. That’s just weird!’. If they are, they’ll smile back and say, ‘I don’t know. What do you think?’.

Another great way to put your feelings out there without risking too much: Say, ‘Do you know, I used to have a big crush on you’. If they’re not interested, it sounds like something you did feel, not how you feel now. But if they are, it gives them a green light to admit they did too – and still do.

Once you’ve planted the seed, back off and give them time to think about it. You’ve flashed the green light; let’s see if they move forward.

Ask a mutual good friend you trust to make discreet enquiries. ‘Danni is so pretty, don’t you think? I’ve often thought you two would make such a great couple. Have you ever thought about her that way?’. Sometimes, love remains unrequited because it simply hasn’t occurred to the other person to view them differently.

What absolutely DOESN’T work is mutual friends constantly gossiping about how great you’d be together and trying to force things. He’s not going to become your boyfriend just because everyone else thinks he should. If anything, it’ll make him back off, not move forward.

Tried a few of these tricks and still nothing?

Know when to give up. I had a friend (years ago), who used to turn me into a quivering heap just looking at him. We were great mates, so I knew he was a self-confessed commitment-phobe. ‘But that wouldn’t apply to me, though, would it?’, I’d kid myself. He constantly flirted with me and the idea of a relationship and played emotional yo-yo for months.

He never stopped, come to think of it. The difference was, I didn’t notice any more because I put him firmly in the ‘friend’ basket and left him there.

Listen to Tracey’s podcast. SexTok with Tracey and Kelsey, at sextokpod.com where you can also submit a question to be answered.

Spring is officially approaching and that means we can also look forward to Easter. You can never start planning the perfect Easter outfit early enough, especially with all the things that happen around the holiday. You want to look nice when you're hanging out with your family, celebrating the holiday, or hiding eggs with your kids (and their friends). So if you need a delicate yet cute dress for the occasion, you'll want to pay close attention.

When you buy a new dress for an event like Easter, you don't want to just spend hundreds of dollars on something you can no longer wear. You want something versatile that can be used for multiple occasions, right? We found just the right thing at Walmart, and you won't believe how ridiculously cute it actually is.

The Scoop striped mini sweater dress is a $30 mini dress with a striped pattern in some gorgeous colors, but we definitely can't get enough of it. It's ribbed, just like your favorite sweater, but it's sleeveless and hits just above your calf. It can be paired with just about anything – although a cardigan would be a real Easter choice – and it can still look gorgeous and chic!

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This is the perfect dress for an Easter outing, whether you're just having lunch together or taking a family photo with everyone in the afternoon. It is light and airy and the sweater material feels nice and smooth on the skin. It doesn't itch like some sweaters and stays close to you like a bodycon dress. But the flared skirt is also what it's all about. You can't beat that kind of form.

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A couple are outraged after an estate agent made them jump through a series of bizarre hoops to make an offer on a house – before brutally rejecting them.

Sydney woman Maddie Langshaw, 25, and her fiancé Ante Jungbluth Miocic, 30, have been looking for a house on the NSW Central Coast for months.

They found the perfect property online, but couldn't visit because they both work long hours and weekend shifts in the marketing industry.

Mrs Langshaw asked her parents to inspect it, and they came back with rave reviews and suggested it would be the perfect purchase for their daughter.

But the real estate agent refused to sell the couple until they met a series of requirements, including driving an hour to inspect the property themselves.

He then had the audacity to ask them to write a “love letter” about the house to the deceased homeowner's daughter, explaining how perfect it was and what their future plans were as a couple.

The couple made an offer – before it was rejected – which provoked a mixed reaction of anger and shock and left them feeling like they had been 'played'.

Mrs Langshaw grew up in poverty and has been saving for a house since she was 14, but says she is now losing hope of ever owning a property.

'I've been pretty beat up ever since. It gets really tiring,” she told Daily Mail Australia.

The couple said they were on the phone to Mrs Langshaw's parents during the inspection.

“They said it was structurally sound, that we could do a lot with it and that it was under budget,” says Ms Langshaw.

The couple texted the agent with their offer the same day before calling back.

He said the house belonged to a deceased man and his daughter was the seller.

“He said she wouldn't sell to us unless we saw the house face to face,” Mrs. Langshaw said.

“We fell for it because we knew the woman would have a personal connection if it was her father's house.”

The couple was out running errands but immediately jumped in their car and drove an hour north after the real estate agent said he had a dinner date and couldn't meet them later.

“Maybe I'm naive because I thought he was a real guy,” Ms Langshaw said.

“He said he had a good relationship with the owner, had sold previous properties for him and had a personal connection.”

Ms Langshaw found herself in tears at the stories the officer told as they “touched my heart deeply” and reminded her of losing her grandfather at the age of 19.

“I was invested at that moment,” she said.

Ms Langshaw said the agent spoke to the couple as if they already owned the house, telling them their offer was the best.

“He said, 'Guys, you could cut down this tree. You could expand there,'” she said.

“As we were leaving, he told us our offer was great. But told us that we had to write a letter to the owner about what our vision for the property is, about our future and about us.

“He said the seller wants to know. We thought it was strange, but it was her father's house and we really wanted it.”

The couple spent an hour on the letter and said it was so personal that they did not want to make its contents public.

The potential home buyers submitted the letter with their offer – and then the real estate agent went silent.

The couple said they had not received a confirmation email and decided to call the real estate agent first on Monday, but he did not answer the phone.

“He finally called and said, 'I thought you were going to send a higher offer after I saw it on Saturday,'” Ms Langshaw said.

The agent then gave them an amount and told them to make an offer “north” of it, prompting the couple to add an additional $5,000 to their offer.

Ms Langshaw and Mr Miocic were stunned after they received a phone call informing them that the house had been sold to another buyer – who had offered $5,000 more.

“We offered more but he didn't tell us or give us the chance,” Ms Langshaw said.

The news was a blow to the couple, who are already struggling with high rent payments, with the cost of their one-bedroom apartment increasing by $100 next week.

'We can't even enter the market. We have a deposit, we have approval, but we are being messed with,” Ms Langshaw said.

She said she had been saving since she was a teenager and encouraged her partner to do the same after they met a few years ago.

'I come from a single-parent family. I watched both my parents struggle to buy a house in their late 30s and 40s,” Ms Langshaw said.

“I wanted to trap myself.”

Originally from the Central Coast, Ms Langshaw moved to Sydney at the age of 21 for her career, and sacrificed a lot for her down payment, including living in shared houses.

But she loves the place where she grew up.

'When we recently got engaged, I wanted to move back because we started thinking about our future and possible children and we wanted to be close to my parents, surrounded by family – and have a garden.'

Ray White Parramatta wealth and sales director Amir Jahan told Daily Mail Australia he suspects the agent was using a delaying tactic on the couple.

'Some officers want to buy time. The reason for this is that if their first bid fails, they have a backup buyer,” he said.

“It sounds like as soon as the first offer came through, they screwed over the second buyer.”

He said he would never tell buyers to write a letter about themselves or that they would come and inspect it if they were satisfied.

'It's a basic process. Yes to accept. No to decline. We respect the buyer with every offer we receive.

'It's a lot of money for any buyer. It's money they've saved all their lives.

'As a real estate agent, it doesn't matter if it is a high or low offer, real estate agents must inform the owner of all offers or interested parties.'

Mr Jahan suspects that the agent probably made a high offer and was only taking advantage of the couple.

“He made them wait until he saw what would happen to the first buyer,” he said.

Tim McKibbin, CEO of the Real Estate Institute of NSW, told Daily Mail Australia he has never heard of an estate agent asking a potential buyer to write such a letter.

'It's extremely unusual. “I've been in the industry for more years than I can remember, and I've never heard of this,” he said.

“If it is a condition of the seller, the agent has an obligation to pass on the request [to write a letter]but it is very unusual.'

Mr McKibbin said the moral of the story was 'you have nothing until you trade in' – and advises buyers to trade as soon as possible after doing their due diligence.

“And that also applies if it's a first home buyer or someone buying the MLC building in Sydney.”

Dancing On Ice host Holly Willoughby apologised in case she accidentally said a ‘naughty word’ at the start of Sunday’s Dancing On Ice.

After a few celebrities had performed, she said of an interaction with her co-host Stephen Mulhern: ‘A little bit earlier on, Stephen may have made me jump and I think it might have sounded like a naughty word slipped out.

‘I don’t think I did but I’m sorry if that’s what you thought you might have heard but I don’t think I did.

‘I’ll watch it back on ITV Player because that’s where you can watch these things back.’

She went on to blame Stephen for the possible mishap, insisting it was his fault for ‘being so naughty’.

Fans of the show took to social media after hearing Holly seemingly turn the air blue.

One person wrote on Twitter: ‘Swear Holly just called Stephen a f**ker.’

While someone else asked: ‘Did Holly just swear on Dancing on Ice?’

Someone else posted: ‘*GASPS* Did Holly just swear when @StephenMulhern shouted Boo to her?’

Another show fan asked: ‘Did Holly just say a naughty word f**ker?’

While someone else questioned: ‘Did Holly just use the f word??’

‘Hang on did I miss Holly swearing,’ queried another viewer at home.

And someone else commented: ‘People saying Holly was swearing but here’s me who didn’t hear a thing.’ 

Holly looked sensational as she returned to screens for the latest instalment of Dancing On Ice on Sunday.

The television presenter, 42, put on a busty display as she wore a £1,800 black velvet maxi dress with white bows and cut out detail by Rasario.

Broadcaster Holly’s garment featured a front split which left her legs on show and she wore a pair of black Jimmy Choo heels to complete her look.

Holly took to her Instagram page to share a snap of herself before this weekend’s live Movie Week episode aired.

She captioned her post: ‘Let’s go to the Movies… it’s movie week on @dancingonice… You are in for a treat! See you soon. Dress by @rasario, shoes by @jimmychoo, jewellery by @susannahlovisjewellers.’

It comes after it was reported Holly is being eyed-up for presenting roles in the US after making her way back on to UK screens.

The TV host quit her regular job on This Morning last year amid a plot to kidnap and murder her but she returned to the airwaves this month on Dancing On Ice.

It is now claimed she could head over to America for work, with the star hopeful it will also boost her lifestyle brand. 

An insider told The Sun: ‘Holly’s a free agent and for the first time in years she’s free to be courted by these huge streaming platforms.

‘A number of US networks and production companies have been interested in her for a while and she’s caught the attention of some major brands.

‘She has true star pulling power and as well as being glamorous she is a polished professional in front of the camera. It’s an exciting time in her career.’

It is claimed Holly is hoping to use any boost of exposure in the United States to push her lifestyle brand Wylde Moon, which has been compared to Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop.

The source added: ‘Holly has made it no secret that she is following the Gwyneth Paltrow brand model. Launching herself Stateside could make those dreams a reality.’

MailOnline has contacted a representative for Holly for comment.

It comes after it was reported Holly is in the running to host a new jungle-based show with Bear Grylls for Netflix.

It is claimed Holly has been approached about fronting the series which will see celebrity contestants pitted against survival expert Bear.

A source told The Sun: ‘A group of celebrities will be put into a jungle where they will have to tackle a series of challenges.

‘If they lose, they’ll have to pit their wits against Bear, who will be hunting them down.

‘It’s a really exciting concept and Bear is totally on board. Now they have Holly in their sights to host it.’

The insider added that Holly is open to offers but will be ‘carefully cherry-picking’ her next projects after stepping down from This Morning in October last year and returning to Dancing On Ice earlier this month.

Holly recently shared an inspirational post about not letting ‘fear rule you’ after making her TV comeback on Dancing On Ice earlier this month. 

She had been absent from screens for nearly three months before returning to co-host the ITV skating competition alongside Stephen Mulhern.

Her return comes after Holly had a break from TV after quitting This Morning in October after she learned of an alleged plot to kidnap and murder her. 

Taking to Instagram, Holly’s lifestyle brand Wylde Moon shared an post about standing strong when faced with our fears and loving yourself. 

Posting a picture of a full moon, it read: ‘What the Full ‘Wolf Moon in fierce Leo tells us is not to let fear or rejection rule decisions.  

‘She encourages you to remember who you truly are to love yourself and to channel that love back out into the world, for now is the time to be unapologetically you.’

It finished: ‘Embrace. Supercharge. Radiate.’ 

Alongside the image, Holly’s lifestyle brand wrote: ‘It’s time to welcome the first Full Moon of the year. 

‘When the Wolf Moon meets Leo’s vibrant energy, it brings a surge of passion and self-expression.’ 

Before her return to Dancing On Ice alongside her new co-host Stephen, who has replaced Phillip Schofield, Holly had been absent from screens ever since she left This Morning in October after 14 years on the sofa.

She quit the show after an alleged plot to kidnap and murder her emerged, which followed Phillip Schofield leaving ITV after his affair with a younger show runner came to light.

Gavin Plumb, 36, has pleaded not guilty to charges of soliciting murder and incitement to commit kidnap the former This Morning host. The security guard will remain behind bars after being denied bail.

During a short hearing at Chelmsford Crown Court, Gavin Plumb, from Harlow, Essex, who was not present, was refused a bail application. He has a trial date fixed for June 24 next year.

By Sam Joseph Semon for Dailymail.com

Published: 9:55 PM EST, January 22, 2024 | Updated: 9:55 PM EST, January 22, 2024

By Angela Mollard

Published: 11:58 EST, January 19, 2024 | Updated: 12:38 EST, January 19, 2024

As the new year begins, so does the time of welcoming new hopes and new ambitions. We will help you map out your path for the year 2024 according to your zodiac sign. Check this before you plan anything.

Annual Horoscope Prediction: Discover what the coming year has in store for you with the Annual Horoscope. This cosmic guide is here to unravel the mysteries of 2024, tailor-made for each zodiac sign. Whether you’re an energetic Aries or a steadfast Taurus, these predictions offer an easy-to-use look at your future. Dive in and let our wisdom be your compass as you navigate the exciting journey ahead!

Horoscope 2024 for Aries (March 21 – April 19):

Get ready for a rollercoaster in 2024, Aries! The year brings a mix of good and less good news. Pay extra attention to your health, because there can be ups and downs. Your career can have highs and lows, and finances can be a bit unpredictable. However, there is a bright spot: maybe you can finally buy that dream car! Be careful of possible bumps in your love life and marriage. Patience and respect are the key words. The great news? There’s a good chance you’ll achieve the big goals you set. So stay focused, even when things are shaky. You got this, Aries!

Horoscope 2024 for Taurus (April 20 – May 20):

For Taurus, 2024 is a mixed bag. Anticipate challenges in your career and health, but there are also bright spots. Finances can take a positive turn. Students can expect a positive year, and singles may live happily ever after. Couples can enjoy greater peace and harmony – just be mindful of your words and actions. Overall, it’s about finding balance and staying positive. Take care of yourself, focus on your goals and enjoy the good times!

Horoscope 2024 for Gemini (May 21 – June 20):

Gemini, get ready for a stable year in 2024! While it won’t be a rocket adventure, stable terrain with potential rewards awaits. Your career may require extra effort, but hard work will be worth it. Unexpected financial impulses may come your way. Students, be happy! The year could be filled with good news and academic achievements. The beginning may have some curveballs, but stay patient. After August, success such as promotions, praise and desirable transfers can be yours. Slow and steady wins the race, Geminis!

Horoscope 2024 for Cancer (June 21 – July 22):

Cancers, 2024 looks like a year full of positive vibes! Your career, business and wallet are ready for a boost. Job professionals, wait for a special surprise. Students, the second half of the year also has good news for you. Your partner will be your source of support as you stay on the right track. Respect and rely on your elders for family harmony. Prepare for promising opportunities, financial blessings, and a stronger support system. Just keep walking the right path, and success will fill your crab claws!

Horoscope 2024 for Leo (July 23 – August 22):

2024 shines brightly for Leos! Your career promises new achievements and recognition. Your bank account will be happy too, with a strong financial outlook. Love and marriage can be stable, so focus on professional victories. This year could take you to exciting new places and even support your child’s ventures. It’s a year of growth, success and new horizons, Leo! Remember that balance is key – don’t neglect your loved ones. Keep the roar going in your career and let your mane shine brighter than ever!

Horoscope 2024 for Virgo (August 23 – September 22):

Virgos, buckle up for a year of bumps and blessings! Your career may have its ups and downs, but your wallet looks healthy. Students, be happy! This year could be your academic shining moment. Beware of a dispute over property, but remain committed to fairness and justice. Leaving home may be temporary, but sticking to what is right leads to victory. Your relationship with your father will remain on an equal level. Dedication to justice and hard work will get you through the bumps, Virgos.

Horoscope 2024 for Libra (September 23 – October 22):

Libra, 2024 looks promising! Success in career, education and finance lies ahead. Family and love life also get a thumbs up! However, a storm cloud may be looming – possible ownership disputes with siblings. Address the problem head-on, communicate openly and seek fair solutions. Your charm and diplomacy can navigate choppy waters. Focus on open communication, making compromises and maintaining family harmony, Libras.

Horoscope 2024 for Scorpio (October 23 – November 21):

Scorpios, 2024 brings steady progress! Your career is bursting with new opportunities and the financial front looks promising. Family life is bathed in warmth and happiness. Enjoy smooth relationships with siblings and extended family. Prepare for a year full of career gains, financial blessings, and a strong, supportive family circle. Enjoy the good vibes and watch your life blossom, Scorpios!

Horoscope 2024 for Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21):

Sagittarius, get ready for a roller coaster year full of ups and downs! Your career may be a mixed bag, but your finances should see a positive change. Your married life, even if it is not perfect, should not weather any major storms. Small disagreements can happen, so listen, be logical and make decisions together. Focus on financial improvements, a stable marriage, and navigating life’s ups and downs with your partner. Stay open, honest, and enjoy the ride, Sagittarius!

Horoscope 2024 for Capricorn (December 22 – January 19):

Capricorns, get ready for a year of growth and learning! Discover new things about yourself and the world as you navigate bumps along the way. Your positive attitude will be your secret weapon. Success awaits you in business, finance and your career – brace yourself for progress! Keep an eye on potential challenges, and everything will fall into place by the end of the year. Embrace the learning curve, stay positive and watch your ambitions soar, Capricorns!

Horoscope 2024 for Aquarius (January 20 – February 18):

Aquarians, prepare for a year of success! Your career stars offer exciting opportunities for advancement. Your bank account will also be in the spotlight, with a financial boost. You radiate physical fitness and vitality! Unleash your innovative spirit, chase those opportunities, and bask in the glow of a phenomenal year, Aquarius!

Horoscope 2024 for Pisces (February 19 – March 20):

2024 sparkles with promise for Pisces! Expect a year packed with opportunities in career, lifestyle, finances and love. The first half promises to be your highlight, with success beckoning from all corners. Prepare for some bumps – a lack of focus and stress can cloud your judgment. Wise decisions are crucial. Navigate the year with wisdom and you will reap the rewards of love, business, and more. Step into the year 2024 with open arms, embrace challenges with wisdom and enjoy the sweet taste of success, Pisces!