A surgeon set to perform potentially life-saving operations on radio star James Valentine has detailed the complicated process of the operation, which is only performed a dozen times a year.

The 62-year-old announced on Thursday that he had cancer and that he would undergo surgery in the coming weeks to have his esophagus removed.

The ABC Radio Sydney afternoons host shared his diagnosis in a first-person piece written for the national broadcaster’s website.

On Thursday afternoon, Valentine discussed his condition further on air and interviewed his surgeon, Associate Professor Douglas Fenton-Lee, from St Vincent’s Hospital.

Valentine has a four-centimeter tumor where his esophagus and stomach meet.

Dr. Fenton-Lee said the operation would remove most of Valentine’s esophagus, along with a quarter of his stomach.

“We’re then going to raise your stomach – we actually shape it so that it’s a tubular structure and we raise it and join it together at your neck, so we replace your esophagus with your stomach,” he said on ABC Radio.

He added that the procedure is not common.

“The unit would do about 12 cases a year and I did the majority of them,” the surgeon said.

The news of Valentine’s diagnosis shocked many across the country, especially those who had listened to his current radio for more than two decades.

One of his many benefactors is NSW Premier Chris Minns.

“I grew up with James on the radio – our WhatsApp chat with the extended family blew up yesterday afternoon, almost with sadness,” he told ABC Radio Sydney.

‘[James] is a wonderful institution in Sydney and I sincerely wish him the best… I think all of Sydney is behind him.”

Mr Minns said he and his wife Anna had even been callers on the Valentine’s Day programme.

Mrs. Minns was a regular on the What I Live With segment, where she joked about her husband’s annoying habit of pausing the TV to laugh after a joke.

Fellow ABC radio host Richard Glover said: ‘Few people have spread so much joy among their fellow citizens and we need you to spread even more quickly.’

Valentine previously revealed that after a friend’s birthday party in December last year, he realized something was wrong.

He said he started choking and gagging after shoving down a massaman curry.

At that time, his wife advised him to go to her sister’s endoscopy clinic for a gastroscopy.

In January, Valentine began five weeks of chemotherapy and radiation.

“I was immediately given chemo and radiation, but only a mild dose intended to shrink the tumor and clean out the body before surgery,” he wrote.

‘I got tired from the radiation, the chemo made me feel like my whole body was laced with liquid aluminum foil, but I was able to go to work, turn on the radio and even do a few gigs with the saxophone.’

The surgery to remove Valentine’s esophageal cancer will be performed in a few weeks.

“I’ll probably feel like crap for a long time afterward,” he wrote. ‘It is likely that I will recover, even if it may take several months.’

Valentine presented the ABC’s Sydney afternoon program for 20 years before holding down breakfast for two years until late 2023, when it was announced he would return to his old shift.

He told listeners on Friday that he had “no doubt” he would be back on the air as soon as possible, and thanked those who offered messages of support.

“Not to be too macabre, but it’s like being at your own funeral and the eulogies were a lot of fun,” he said.

Veteran television and radio broadcaster Tim Webster will fill in for Valentine in his absence.

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By Leocciano Callao

Published: 09:27 EDT, March 21, 2024 | Updated: 3:17 PM EDT, March 21, 2024

A SWISH mansion worth £3.5 million in Cheshire’s Golden Triangle is up for grabs as part of a new prize draw raising money for the charity named in honor of inspiring cancer campaigner Deborah James.

For just £10, one lucky winner will win the spectacular Omaze Million Pound House Draw, along with £100,000 in cash.

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The eventual winner will receive the keys to a beautiful five-bedroom home in Prestbury, one of the most exclusive areas in the country.

But the fantastic draw is also aimed at raising £1 million for the Bowelbabe Fund for Cancer Research UK, which has been set up to continue the work of bowel cancer sufferer and campaigner Deborah.

The mother-of-two and journalist was diagnosed with incurable bowel cancer in 2016 and subsequently presented the You, Me and the Big C podcast on BBC Radio 5 Live about her struggles with her disease, raising awareness of the disease.

Deborah sadly passed away in June 2022 at the age of just 40, but the charity lives on in her name.

Her mother, Heather James, said of the partnership: “Deborah’s awareness and fundraising made a huge difference to so many people’s lives.

“Through this partnership with Omaze, we hope to raise more money for the groundbreaking cancer research she was so passionate about and make a difference to the lives of many more people.”

The Omaze Million Pound House Draw in Cheshire is the company’s 25th house draw and returns to the site where the very first Omaze house was given away in 2020.

The property is mortgage free and all stamp duty and legal costs are covered.

The winner will also receive £100,000 in cash and can decide to live in the house, rent it out for additional income or sell it to become a cash multi-millionaire.

If the winner decides to rent it out, local agents estimate the property could reach a long-term rental value of £20,000 per month.

The house is located in Cheshire’s Golden Triangle, between Wilmslow, Alderley Edge and Prestbury – famous for being the home of football stars and celebrities.

And this prime level property has been carefully designed to provide a perfect blend of traditional and contemporary style.

It contains a mix of brick, sandstone details and wooden cladding.

The impressive 7,000 m² new build property is surrounded by manicured grounds, including south-facing gardens to the rear and an enclosed private driveway with ample parking.

The house has a hall with a gallery and a characteristic staircase.

Large windows not only provide beautiful views, but also fill the house with natural light, creating a light and airy atmosphere inside, in addition to the high ceilings and impressive room proportions.

The main reception rooms have French doors giving access to the gardens and terrace, which receives light all day with a south-facing aspect.

The heart of the house is the spacious open kitchen, living and dining room.

The custom-made handmade kitchen is equipped with various integrated Miele appliances, a coffee station, a large central island and a walk-in pantry with French doors to the rear terrace.

The main living room has several French doors that also open onto the backyard.

The ground floor also has a cinema room, a study with beautiful views over the front of the house and a home gym complete with shower room.

There is home audio and underfloor heating on the entire ground floor.

The first floor features five generous bedrooms, three of which have en-suite bathrooms with built-in dressing areas.

The master bedroom suite has a large walk-in dressing room, a beautifully appointed bathroom with a walk-in rain shower, tiled bath and a large hidden backlit television.

The largest bedroom even has its own night kitchen – with built-in refrigerator – and windows overlooking the backyard.

The remaining two bedrooms both have built-in wardrobes and share the family bathroom.

Outside there is a double garage with electric doors and a separate suite above with its own entrance and use of the ground floor shower room.

To the front of the property there are box hedges and plantings with additional lawns and large south facing gardens to the rear with lawns, mature hedges, plant borders and a large patio spanning the full width of the house with external speakers, ideal for entertaining and al fresco dining.

The sought after village of Prestbury is a short walk from the property and is renowned for its range of luxury shops, eateries and schools including the new Kings School Macclesfield, along with a tennis club, park and train station giving easy access to Manchester and London.

The Omaze Million Pound House Draw, Cheshire, will not only make the lucky top prize winner a multi-millionaire, but will also raise money for the Bowelbabe Fund for Cancer Research UK.

Established to continue the incredible legacy of Dame Deborah James, who was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2016 at the age of 35 and who went on to become a tireless campaigner and fundraiser.

Around 44,100 people are diagnosed with bowel cancer in Britain every year – making it the fourth most common cancer in Britain and the second most common cause of death from cancer.

The Bowelbabe Fund for Cancer Research UK aims to give more people more time with the people they love by funding ground-breaking research and raising awareness of the signs and symptoms of cancer.

Mum Heather, 66, told The Sun: “I’m so excited – it’s guaranteed £1 million for Deborah’s Bowelbabe Fund.

“That’s an awful lot of money. I am very aware that we will never be able to generate the level of fundraising that Deborah did in the weeks before she died, so something like this is incredible.

“As a family, we are so proud of Deborah’s legacy, and it is an honor to continue what she started.

“She would be so excited if an Omaze house was dedicated to her Fund, she loved it and always entered the draws.

‘Her brother Ben thinks it’s a shame that he can’t win this house, he has a standing order every month.

“It’s such a beautiful home and it will be a wonderful opportunity for a family to enjoy new beginnings and new memories together.

“And that fits so well with the Bowelbabe Fund: more money is raised to finance more research to help save more lives.

“The money raised will ensure families like ours have the opportunity to make new memories with their loved ones.”

Heather highlighted her daughter’s fundraising spirit, adding: “I can just hear her now, I know she would say ‘let’s go ahead and get it to £3 million’.

“So I can’t help it… wouldn’t it be great if we could reach at least £2 million.”

Dame Deborah James died in June 2022 at the age of 40, five and a half years after she was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer.

At the time, the mother-of-two shared her experiences of living with incurable cancer with millions of people, giving a candid account in her Sun column Things Cancer Made Me Say.

She then launched the You, Me & The Big C podcast on the BBC and was a regular on Lorraine’s sofa, as well as writing two self-help books.

With only days to live in May 2022, Dame Debs launched her Bowelbabe Fund to fund vital research “to give one last f*** you to cancer, and give more Deborahs more time”.

The inspirational campaigner captured the hearts of the nation and smashed her £250,000 target in one day.

She was stunned when donations gained momentum, reaching £1 million within days.

When Debs died on June 28, the total amount was almost £7 million – more than her wildest dreams.

Knowing that one of the 40-year-old’s dying wishes was for it to reach £10 million, The Sun called on readers to donate in her memory.

Last April, her proud husband Sebastian revealed that the Fund had reached a whopping £11.3 million – and has since risen to £12.6 million.

In footage filmed just before she passed away, Dame Debs thanked the more than 330,000 people who donated.

“Every cent counts. I can’t thank you enough for your support.

“You’re amazing,” she said.

In an exclusive interview with The Sun, Seb revealed that the first £4 million would go towards funding five different projects in partnership with Cancer Research UK, The Institute of Cancer Research, The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and Bowel Cancer UK – all charities near Dame. The heart of Debs.

And earlier this month it was announced that a further £5 million will be spent to fund a new study that will help shed light on an alarming rise in bowel cancer rates among the over-50s.

This is the second time that Cancer Research UK has partnered with Omaze.

The first partnership in 2021 has raised £500,000 for the charity’s vital work, creating a world where everyone can live a longer, better life, free from the fear of cancer.

Omaze has guaranteed a minimum donation of £1 million from this partnership.

James Oakes, Chief International Officer at Omaze, said: “We are really excited to be back where it all started for our 25th home in beautiful Cheshire – and to be working with Cancer Research UK for the second time to support the Bowelbabe Fund to support Cancer Research UK.

“By offering this beautiful property in Cheshire, along with £100,000 in cash, Omaze is giving people the chance to win life-changing prizes that can help them get a mortgage or rent a free life.

“In addition to raising money for charities, Omaze introduces them to new audiences that they would not otherwise reach.

“We are extremely proud that the Omaze community has already raised more than £34 million for charities across the UK.”

By Valeria Garcia for Dailymail.Com

Published: 3:55 PM EDT, March 20, 2024 | Updated: 3:56 PM EDT, March 20, 2024

James Martin has lifted the lid on his incredible car collection, which is worth more than £5million and includes a classic Ferrari and Colin McRae rally car.

The 51-year-old TV chef, who recently stepped out with his new girlfriend Kim Johnson, is known as a petrolhead and has a huge collection of vehicles.

After starting out as a chef, James has become a household name after hosting both Saturday Kitchen and Saturday Morning.

But James is not only known for his skills in the kitchen, but also for his love of cars, which he keeps in a garage at his home in Hampshire.

The quaint car village is haunted by beautiful hand-painted garages, which he showed off during a 2022 appearance on Jodie Kidd’s show, Kidd in a Sweet Shop.

It is thought that James first fell in love with motorcycles when he was given a toy Ferrari 288 GTO as a young boy.

James now owns a real Ferrari, the 1965 275 model in silver, which underwent a major restoration, including the installation of a new engine.

James admits he still gets behind the wheel to take it for a spin, describing the classic supercar as ‘absolutely incredible’.

The car has also undergone a lot of restoration work, including the installation of a new roll-off engine.

Elsewhere in his collection is a beautiful Ford GT40, which he collaborated with three-time British touring car champion Jason Plato.

It even won the Whitsun Trophy at Goodwood Revival and competed in hill climbing in Switzerland.

James said: “It’s a great piece of kit. Not until you turn it on and until you drive it, there is nothing like it on the road. No.

“There’s nothing like this on the road. Nothing. The dealer said ‘here we go’, and I said ‘done, sold’. I’d never driven it before.’

Another in his collection is a Ford Escort that finished second in the 1969 Acropolis Rally.

He also owns a rare Mini Cooper previously driven by British world rally star Paddy Hopkirk and Rauno Aaltonen.

Another vehicle he drives a lot is this BMW 760Li, which singer Jay Kay told him to buy.

James said: ‘A lot of people buy RSA Audis and stuff like that, but the 760Li is absolutely mega – V12, 700bhp… Mega.’

James also owns an Alfa Romeo ATL which is currently being restored.

The video of James’ car collection comes after his split of 12 years from girlfriend Louise Davies was revealed.

The celebrity chef, 51, and the TV producer, 47, first started dating in 2011 after meeting on the set of Celebrity Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?

But a spokesperson for James confirmed they split in December 2023 and remain close friends.

It comes as James was seen browsing watches with personal trainer Kim Johnson in Mayfair on Saturday.

James cut a casual figure for the outing as he wore a black vest over a light blue shirt and dark blue jeans.

Personal trainer Kim, 38, dressed up in a black sweater and navy jacket for the outing, teaming it with a leather miniskirt.

Kim is the ex-wife of businessman Arun Nayar, who was married to actress Elizabeth Hurley from 2007 to 2011.

Their breakup was made public after it was discovered she had a romance with cricketer Shane Warne after the split.

Naturalists have captured the spectacular moment a terrifying blue shark got the shock of its life when five killer whales attacked it in the waters off the coast of California.

The predator made a hasty retreat from the group of five scientists dubbed “Louise’s family” after they began stalking the waters off Monterey.

It happened less than a month after an orca was seen killing and devouring a great white shark for the first time, amid reports of the species’ increasingly aggressive behavior toward humans and other animals.

And the three-metre shark left no doubt about its place in the pecking order as the mighty whales turned to size it up.

“They didn’t touch it or eat it,” the Monterey Bay Whale Watch reported excitedly. ‘What a rare and fortunate encounter today between two unique species!’

Scientists are scratching their heads over the whales’ newfound assertiveness after at least five boats have been sunk in a series of attacks since 2020.

A British couple were subjected to a terrifying 90-minute attack by six of the creatures on board their cruiser yacht off the coast of Gibraltar in May last year.

“We were sitting like crazy,” Janet Morris said.

“There was definitely a clearly bigger matriarch around who was almost supervising,” her husband Stephen said.

“I kept reminding myself that we had a 22-ton boat made of steel, but it was disheartening to see three of them coming out of the water at the same time, fast and at pace with their fins.”

Researchers concluded that the attack was led by a whale named ‘White Gladis’, which has coached other whales to attack boats after being traumatized during a ‘critical moment of pain’ when she collided with a ship or became entangled in fishing nets.

Just two days later, another yacht was sunk nearby in an attack by a group of one adult and two youths.

“The little ones shook the rudder at the back, while the big ones drove backwards repeatedly and rammed the ship with full force from the side,” said Captain Werner Schaufelberger.

‘The two small orcas observed the technique of the larger one and they too collided with the boat with a light run.’

Monika Wieland Shields of the Orca Behavior Institute in Washington said hundreds of incidents have been reported worldwide since the attacks began.

“So many people have come to Washington state where I am this year, and they’re wondering, ‘Is it safe to see whales here?’ How big is the boat we are going with? Is there any chance the whales are going to attack this boat?’ she said NBC in December.

In September 2022, authorities in Spain banned ships from sailing from the northwestern tip due to an increase in attacks, and a pair of killer whales, named Port and Starboard, have developed a taste for great white sharks.

Since 2017, at least eight Great Whites have washed up on South Africa’s beaches after their nutrient-rich livers were ripped away by the top predators.

Orcas typically eat seals or even dolphins, but last month Starboard became the first of its kind known to have killed and eaten a Great White itself.

‘Starboard was observed preying on a young white shark measuring 2.5 meters in length, and later carrying the shark liver in its mouth alongside a boat,’ said Dr Alison Towner from Rhodes University.

Orcas can reach heights of up to 10 meters, weigh more than 12,000 kilos and live up to 90 years.

About 200 live off the coast of California and sightings are most common in April and May.

But scientists have played down claims that the creatures are becoming more aggressive towards humans, insisting that their attacks on boats should be seen as ‘playful social behaviour’ and not ‘revenge’ for mistreatment.

“Orcas just want to have fun,” says Robert Pitman of Oregon State University’s Marine Mammal Institute.

‘They are not afraid of boats, and they have nothing to eat there.

‘They are intelligent, social animals, and they live in what I think is probably an environment that is probably not stimulating enough for their mental capabilities.

‘Vengeance is not useful in nature. It’s not adaptive at all, unless you’re human, I guess.”

DARTS fans cheered on Emma Paton as she presented the Premier League from Nottingham.

The popular Sky Sports presenter, 30, starred in front of the camera on night seven of the 2024 season.

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Luke Littler put on a show on the oche as he beat Michael van Gerwen 6-2, taking the win in no time with a nine-darter.

But he fell to Nathan Aspinall in the semi-finals, who in turn lost 6-3 to world number 1 Luke Humphries in the final.

But Paton almost stole the show as she dazzled on stage in a daring outfit.

She opted for a black blazer over a low-cut top with matching slit pants and heels with her hair in a ponytail.

And the song went down a storm with fans watching the Sky Sports action from home.

One said: “Good evening Emma Paton.”

Another wrote: “Emma Paton is incredible.”

A third added: “Emma Paton looks absolutely fantastic on the darts tonight!! An absolute blast!”

A fourth commented: “Emma Paton Thursday.”

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And an end user simply posted a fire emoji with the presenter’s name.

Paton took the sporting world by storm during her coverage of the 2024 PDC World Darts Championship at Ally Pally over the festive period.

And she continued to surprise supporters with her different outfits throughout the Premier League season.

That included a statement crop top in Newcastle and a stylish piece in Glasgow.

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Football’s first openly gay star has become engaged to his electrician partner in an incredible on-pitch proposal.

Josh Cavallo, 24, came out as gay in October 2021, becoming the only active male professional footballer to do so at the time.

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The Adelaide United star was praised for his bravery by fans around the world, while several other players were inspired by his actions.

And three and a half years later, Cavallo is now engaged to his partner Leighton Morrell

The ace popped the question at Adelaide’s Copper Stadium.

And he thanks his Australian club for providing a ‘safe space in football’.

Cavallo said: “Started this year with my fiancée. Thanks Adelaide for helping us set up this surprise.

“You have created a safe space in football, a place that I never in my dreams thought would ever be possible.

“To share this special moment on the field, where it all started.”

Fans congratulated the happy couple on their news.

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One said: “Big congratulations to you both.”

Another stated: “Good luck to you two.”

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One commented: “Absolute scenes, congratulations!”

Another added: “How exciting, it was done in a place where you felt so comfortable.”

When Cavallo came out in 2021, he posted an emotional message to the world.

He said: “I’m a footballer and I’m gay. All I want is to play football and be treated equally.

“I’m tired of trying to perform as best I can and living this double life, it’s exhausting.

‘I thought people would think differently about me if they found out. They would treat me differently.

“They would say bad things about me or make fun of me. That’s not the case. At least you would earn more respect from people.”

He added: “I have been battling my sexuality for over six years now and I am happy to put an end to it.

“For those who know me personally, you know that I am a private person. Growing up, I always felt the need to hide myself because I was ashamed.

‘I felt ashamed that I would never be able to do what I loved: being gay.

“Hiding who I really am, pursuing a dream I always longed for as a child, playing football and being treated equally never felt like a reality.

“As a gay footballer, I have had to learn to mask my feelings to fit into the image of a professional footballer.

“Growing up gay and playing football were two worlds that had never crossed before.

“I’ve lived my whole life under the impression that this was a topic that should never be talked about.”

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By Alastair Talbot

Published: 11:06 PM EDT, March 13, 2024 | Updated: 00:03 EDT, March 14, 2024

Splendor in the Grass returns to North Byron Parklands in July for three fun-filled days packed with great musicians.

Australian pop princess Kylie Minogue will kick off as a major headliner on Friday, July 19, in a triumphant return home after her Grammy win.

Her latest album Tension marks the beginning of a new chapter in the Australian artist’s career, which has included multiple awards and a historic lifetime residency in Las Vegas.

The Padam Padam hitmaker, 55, further cemented her legacy as pop royalty when she performed a duet with Madonna during her Celebration Tour for International Women’s Day.

Exciting mumble rap pioneer Future will take to the big stage on Saturday, July 20 as the second headliner, having also scooped two Grammys last month.

With multiple platinum-selling albums and singles, the American rapper, 40, has cemented his status as one of the most influential artists of his generation.

His recent hit Stand On It, featuring fellow #SITG24 artist Yeat, has made waves around the world, further cementing his groundbreaking reputation.

The headliners end on Sunday evening, July 21, with Canadian sensation Arcade Fire, closing out the annual festival.

They make their long-awaited return to Australia, taking to the stage for their first performance Down Under in 10 years.

Arcade Fire has headlined some of the world’s most renowned music festivals, including Coachella, Glastonbury and Primavera Sound.

These massive headliners will be supported by names that are just as popular, with G Flip taking to the stage on Friday, while Tones and I support Future on Saturday.

Meanwhile, hip-hop superduo Baby Gravy (Yung Gravy and BBNO$) will make their Australian debut on Sunday in support of Arcade Fire.

Norwegian alt-pop phenomenon Girl in Red will also take to the stage after successfully opening Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour in the US.

Californian breakout rapper Yeat joins the lineup alongside hardcore groundbreakers Turnstile for an exclusive Australian performance.

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Omar Apollo brings his aching, soulful tunes to the festival after opening for SZA on her SOS Tour.

Acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Tash Sultana brings their musical talent to the stage after receiving the 2023 Rolling Stone Global Award.

Meanwhile, festival king and multiple award winner Hayden James is set to deliver an unforgettable performance, endorsed by BBC Radio 1’s Zane Lowe.

Irish renegades Fontaines DC, crowned Best Band in the World at the 2022 NME Awards, bring their explosive live show Down Under.

Hotter than hot pop trio TV Girl is coming to Australia for the first time, after performances at Reading and Leeds Festivals and Pukkelpop last year.

DJ Seinfeld, one of electronic music’s most in-demand names, will also set the festival on fire with an exclusive Australian set.

Finally, gothic-romantic revivalists The Last Dinner Party premiere in Australia following their Triple J Feature Album, Prelude To Ecstasy.