Gregg Wallace appears to have made an attempt to relaunch his career on social media as he gears up to host a 12-hour TikTok ‘cookathon’ sponsored by ‘Britain’s favourite halal butchers’.

The ex-MasterChef host, 61, who was dismissed by the BBC last July following a probe into 83 historical allegations of workplace misconduct, 45 of which were upheld, is taking part in a 12-hour ‘cookathon’ with Malik Butchers. 

Wallace is set to collaborate with the Wolverhampton business, which describes itself as ‘Britain’s favourite halal butchers’ as well as the home of the ‘UK’s most expensive halal sarnie’, on Sunday. 

‘I’m excited to announce a brand new live cookery show on TikTok, Gregg’s Kitchen, and it will showcase on Sunday,’ he said, adding that the show would include ‘amazing dishes’, ‘incredible guests’ and ‘very good offers’ from the platform’s shop. 

In a separate post on Facebook, Manny Malik, who runs the butchers alongside his brother, Adnaan, told the grocer that the moment had arrived for a cooking show ‘where you can interact and even buy the foods that are being cooked’.

Wallace appears to have made a bid at launching a social media career, with several plugs on his TikTok account, workout videos as well as making personalised clips on Cameo. 

In one of his latest posts, he divulged that he had been ‘forced to change [his] life at 60’ after losing his job, income, earnings and having several ‘sleepless nights’.

He added: ‘But I’m not looking for sympathy. The lesson here is that we can all rebuild at any age’

Gregg Wallace (picutred in 2024) is set to collaborate with Malik Butchers on a 12-hour TikTok ‘cookathon’

The ex-MasterChef host, 61, was dismissed by the BBC last July following a probe into 83 historical allegations of workplace misconduct, 45 of which were upheld

It comes as he a series of allegations were made against the TV host in 2024, with several celebrities among those who made claims against him, including Vanessa Feltz and Kirstie Allsopp. 

At the time, Wallace refuted the accusations as being launched by a ‘handful of women of a certain age’. 

He was later sacked by the broadcaster after a review by law firm Lewis Silkin upheld 45 of the 83 allegations against him, which mostly occurred between 2005 and 2018 and included one of ‘unwelcome physical contact’.

It said the ‘majority of the substantiated allegations against Mr Wallace related to inappropriate sexual language and humour’, adding that ‘a smaller number of allegations of other inappropriate language and being in a state of undress were also substantiated’.

Wallace issued an apology saying he was ‘deeply sorry for any distress caused’ and that he ‘never set out to harm or humiliate’.

The former presenter later sued the BBC and BBC Studios Distribution Limited for up to £10,000 in damages over allegations they failed to disclose his personal data, which caused him ‘distress and harassment,’ before dropping his claim in February.

It comes as Wallace is now channelling his time into teaching children and adults diagnosed with the condition to live self-sufficient lives after being inspired by his son, Sid, six, who is autistic and nonverbal. 

Addressing Instagram followers in March, he confirmed: ‘I’m studying to be an autism coach and I am learning many things. One of the things I’ve learnt is autism should not be seen as a deficit.

‘Yes, of course there are challenges, undoubtedly, but every single autistic person has unique strengths, strengths that can and should be built upon.’

The presenter, who was axed from MasterChef last July in the wake of the allegations, insisted that only two complaints were ever raised during his 20-year tenure 

Wallace previously insisted that only two complaints were ever raised during his 20-year tenure, with the remaining 43 upheld claims emerging only after ‘sensationalised (and untrue)’ initial allegations became public in late 2024.

An allegation Wallace’s Masterchef co-host John Torode used racist language was also upheld by Lewis Silkin report. 

Meanwhile, the BBC said the 60-year-old’s contract was not renewed due to the use of ‘an extremely offensive racist term’ in the workplace. 

Torode has denied the claim, stating that he could not remember the incident and does not believe it happened. 

The former TV host also appears to have launched a social media career after leaving the broadcaster, sharing episodes of his own YouTube cookery show alongside his wife and former Celebrity Masterchef winner, Lisa Faulkner. 

Meanwhile, in a Substack post shared in January, Wallace claimed the probe against him was ‘not a legal one’ and that ‘the standard of proof would not stand up in a court of law’, comparing it instead to an internal human resources (HR) process.

Wallace alleged an ‘open invitation’ was sent out asking anyone who had ‘ever worked with me (or met me) to come forward and tell their stories’ after his reputation was already ‘being dragged through the mud’.

The former presenter pointed out that he had interacted with ‘tens of thousands of people’ over his career, including six new contestants every filming day, changing film crews, other show participants, and attendees at charity events and industry parties.

‘Now, imagine that out of all those people, anyone with a grievance, a dislike, or a misremembered moment is encouraged to join in the investigation into you,’ he wrote. ‘Do you think you would survive without any complaints being made against you?’

He claimed that ‘all but one’ of the 45 upheld complaints dated from before 2018, when he says he received a formal warning about his language.

A preliminary hearing into his claim for £10,000 in damages was cancelled shortly before it was due to take place on February 16, with a BBC spokesperson later confirming that Wallace had discontinued the claim.

They said: ‘Shortly in advance of a hearing, due February 16, Mr Wallace discontinued his claim.

‘He is not receiving any payment in costs or damages from either BBC or BBC Studios.’

Wallace began co-presenting MasterChef in 2005, but it was announced in November 2024 that he would step away from his role while the misconduct allegations were investigated.

The Daily Mail has approached Gregg Wallace’s representatives for comment. 

Park rangers have been forced to remove Highland cows from a nature reserve after visitors ignored warnings to keep their distance amid an unexpected social media surge. 

Last month, the rustic cattle, which were found ‘free grazing’ on the Hothfield Heathlands Nature Reserve near Ashford, Kent, skyrocketed to online stardom after going viral. 

And amid their newfound fame, Kent Wildlife Trust, which manages the site, urged visitors to keep their distance from the animals as new visitors began ‘actively approaching the animals’. 

Meanwhile, animal experts issued a stark warning to those trying to capture a close-up of the cattle, insisting ‘they are not pets’. 

Despite stressed guidance, the Highland cows became unsettled as they were unable to sleep or eat without being bothered. 

Several TikTok clips showed visitors walking up to the cattle, leaving the path to stand with them as they graze, and even trying to pet them.

Kent Wildlife Trust previously pointed out that these videos often showed the cows in clear signs of distress – shaking their horns as the filming influencers approach.

As such, the trust has since decided to remove the animals to an undisclosed location ‘at least for the time being.’ 

Wildlife experts previously urged visitors to stay well back from a herd of Highland cows in Ashford, Kent, amid a surge of TikTokers descending on the site 

Park rangers have since been forced to remove Highland cows from a nature reserve after visitors ignored warnings to keep their distance amid an unexpected social media attention 

In a social media post, they said: ‘We’re sad to say we’ve made the decision to remove the cows at Hothfield Heathlands, at least for the time being.

‘After some recent viral posts of people getting up close (and sometimes even touching) the cows, interest in them has exploded.

‘We love that people love our animals, but unfortunately lots of people have been ignoring our 10-metre rule and the pressure on the lovely Highlands has become too much.

‘When under pressure, the cows can become distressed and not carry out their jobs as ecosystem engineers.

‘That’s best case – and worst case, they could start to react out of fear.’

They added: ‘To keep our cows and everybody safe and healthy, we’ve moved the Highlands for now,’ the post continued.

‘This’ll be sad for those of you who love to visit them safely at Hothfield – we can only apologise and hope you understand.’

Ian Rickards, Kent Wildlife Trust area manager, said: ‘The constant pressure will be affecting the animals’ ability to behave naturally.

‘Also, the effect of hundreds of people walking off paths across sensitive habitat will be damaging the wildlife the site is designated for.’

TikTok videos featuring the stunning Highland cows went viral last month, as more than 300,000 videos had hashtags related to the animals.

However, gushing commenters soon translated into a surge of visitors at the nature sanctuary, who disturbed the animals. 

Alison Ruyter, wilder grazing lead at the trust, told the Telegraph: ‘People suddenly arrived about four or five weeks ago. We were getting a lot of visitors who were clearly not used to being out in the countryside.

‘People only wanted to get that viral selfie or viral video rather than enjoy the natural landscape.’

Jessica Allam, Senior Wilder Grazing Ranger at Kent Wildlife Trust, previously told the Daily Mail that over 50 cars were filling the small car park at the beginning of March, while a normal weekday might only bring three or four visitors at a time.

While the conservation expert said it had been ‘lovely’ to see so many people taking an interest in nature, the influx of eager fans has also had a downside for the animals.

Despite stressed guidance, the Highland cattle became unsettled as they were unable to sleep or eat without being bothered 

While the enthusiastic visitors might mean well, wildlife experts warn that the cows don’t appreciate being touched or ‘petted’ under any circumstances.

Ms Allam said: ‘When an animal hasn’t been handled, it is always a shock and quite stressful for them for somebody to suddenly reach out to them.

‘Animals don’t even touch each other unless they’re friends. This is like a stranger walking up to you and trying to pet your head.’

That increased stress doesn’t just disturb the animal in the moment, but also has the risk of creating long-term issues.

Stress can lead to reduced grazing and weight loss, increased risk of injury from running, and increasingly defensive behaviour.

‘They have massive horns, and they know how to use them,’ she said. ‘They’re not quite semi-wild, but they’re pretty much untouched.’

Because Highland cows are so hardy, they spend their entire lives outside and are almost never handled by humans unless they need medical treatment.

‘It can be dangerous, so we ask that people keep a distance of 10 metres or 10 big steps,’ Ms Allam previously said.

Kent Wildlife Trust also asked visitors to refrain from approaching, touching, or feeding the animals and to keep dogs under control on a short lead.

Kent Wildlife Trust is the county’s leading conservation charity, supported by more than 31,000 members and 1,000 volunteers. Hothfield Heathlands is one of 85 nature reserves and sites it manages.

However Ashford was not the only place in England with teeming with Highland cattle, as Petersfield in Hampshire has also become a social media hotspot after the cows were discovered on the beauty spot. 

Videos on TikTok – some boasting more than 50,000 likes – show the animals peacefully eating grass and resting as hikers walk past them and soak up the idyllic scenery.

One walker captioned their video: ‘Your sign to visit the Highland cows in Hampshire.’  Another wrote: ‘A wholesome hike you must do before winter is over.’

However, firefighters attempted to deter people from attempting to reach the cattle with three people having to be rescued while taking photos in the nature reserve in January.  

Station manager Steve Jenkins said that while social media posts show the Highland cows and panoramic views, they ‘rarely reflect the physical effort or preparation required to reach them’. 

‘The terrain can be challenging, especially during winter when poor weather conditions are more frequent and the daylight hours are limited,’ he added. ‘The area is covered in thick gorse, and the wet weather has made the ground very slippery.

‘Without proper preparation, visitors are at risk of slips, falls and hypothermia. We’re glad no-one was harmed during this incident, but it highlights the risks of visiting an exposed downland environment where conditions can change rapidly.’

Mr Jenkins advised visitors of the countryside to check weather conditions, plan a route before heading out and wear appropriate clothing including sturdy footwear.

Meanwhile, another man had to be rescued by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service after climbing a tree in a bid to escape an angry cow while walking his dog through Whiteley Bank. 

The man was stuck in the tree for around half an hour until emergency services managed to guide the calf and cow to their respective field. 

It is believed he had come across the animal who was thought to be protective over the calf on February 4 of this year. 

And selfie warnings are not only being issued for Highland Cows, as droves of selfie-obsessed tourists were seen circling two stags in 2019. 

The incident prompted a warning for officials that the majestic animals can be perilous, especially when their mating season, known as rutting, begins.

Chloe Khan has revealed that a gang tried to steal her Pomeranian dog, Dior, from her while taking the Tube.

The reality TV star, who made millions from OnlyFans, took to TikTok to share the terrifying mugging attempt, saying she thought she would ‘get stabbed’.

The X Factor star had taken the train from Manchester to London but was getting the tube home for her final stretch when a gang of thugs began grabbing at her dog.

She anticipated ‘something weird was gonna happen’ so was holding on tight to her Louis Vuitton bags and held her beloved Dior in her arms.

Although they looked like they were about to step off at Oxford Circus, the threatening group ran over to Ms Khan and began tugging at the pup.

While she she held tight and screamed ‘please help me’, they began undoing her bracelets until other brave passengers stepped in and defended Ms Khan, chasing the thugs off from the carriage. 

Ms Khan said: ‘I have just had the most terrifying experience on the London underground ever…

‘These guys got on when I got on, started speaking to each other in a foreign language really loud and they kept trying to get Dior’s attention and touching her.

‘When I looked at them I thought they were Egyptian but with the language they were speaking I feel like it was something else, maybe even Romanian or something, I don’t know…but they looked so scary 

Chloe Khan told on TikTok that a gang tried to steal her Pomeranian dog, Dior, from her while taking the Tube

She called her beloved Pomeranian Dior her ‘abosolute world’ 

‘I was trying to turn away from them even though they were sitting right opposite me.

‘I’ve got her [the dog] in my arms, my LV case and LV bag and stuff because I’ve been travelling. I clung onto them because I felt like something weird was gonna happen.

‘I felt like I was gonna get stabbed or something weird was gonna happen…

‘We were at Oxford Circus, they [the gang] got up like they was gonna get off, and they ran over to me and just started grabbing at me. I was clinging onto Dior … I thought they was trying to steal Dior. 

‘That’s my absolute world and as I was clinging onto her they were underdoing my bracelets.

‘Everyone on the carriage I am so, so grateful.. there was a couple of girls, a guy and a couple of other people who got up and defended me and chased the guys off the underground.

‘I’m just so thankful to get me back safely.’

She said a friend thought they may have been playing with the dog to distract her while they then tried to nick her bracelets which would have been better, Ms Khan said, as she ‘would die for that dog’. 

The X Factor star is now worth an estimated £12million thanks to a successful OnlyFans career and turning to AI to rake in even more cash, recently claiming to have made a staggering £200,000 in just 24 hours thanks to her AI clone.

Ms Khan first hit the spotlight on the ITV singing show X Factor in 2010, where she made it to bootcamp but missed out on the live shows.

It is not the first time Ms Khan has been a victim to theft in the capital. 

In 2021, she was robbed of over £80,000 worth of jewellery, designer bags and shoes after her London accommodation was ransacked.

The former X Factor contestant had been a victim of theft in 2021, when she had valuables totalling £8,000 taken

The model was left heartbroken after thieves swiped her Audemars Piguet diamond-encrusted watch, costing upwards of £25,000, a white gold diamond Cartier bangle (£40,000), and a Chanel handbag (£9,600) amongst a slew of other items. 

Re-laying the crime to her followers, Chloe told fans on Instagram: ‘On Sunday 5 December, I was robbed in London…They have stolen everything, literally everything.’ 

Chloe is known for her expensive taste and regularly posts snaps of herself decked out in designer gear to social media. 

Optimistic of the return of her possessions, the star shared a full list of the stolen items to Instagram.

The star also revealed her new purchases: Louboutin sandals (£945), Louboutin bag (£850), Louboutin boots (£1,450) were gone as she wrote: ‘My whole shopping was stolen too.’ 

The Daily Mail contacted British Transport Police for comment.  

By EMILY LEFROY, US CHIEF LIFESTYLE REPORTER

Published: 21:35 EDT, 24 March 2026 | Updated: 00:21 EDT, 25 March 2026

A labor and delivery nurse has shared the things men do in the delivery room that give her ‘the ick’ – and there is no shortage of irritations.

Nurse Kim, who posts to TikTok under the username @nursekimwellness, shared the top five blunders she has seen from partners of women in labor.

She launched into her list of worst five grievances in reverse order.

‘Number five, the gamer dad,’ she began. 

‘It’s the guy who, right when we get into the hospital, the mom’s getting situated, she is peeing in cups, she’s getting checked, she’s getting IVs, poked, blood drawn, and he’s asking “how do I hook my Xbox up to the TV? Can you help me do that?”‘

‘You’re gonna tell me you’re gonna play video games while she’s in labor?’ she asked incredulously.

‘How about you come help her and make yourself useful,’ the mom-of-seven suggested.

Next on the list was what the nurse called the ‘Answer Man.’

A labor and delivery nurse has shared the things men do in the delivery room that give her ‘the ick’ (stock image) 

‘This is the guy that when I come into the room and I’m talking to the patient, [he’s] answering,’ Kim said.

‘I’m sorry but I don’t think that you are the one having a baby come out of your body so maybe we will let her answer that. 

‘I’m asking how she is doing, if she wants anything for pain, if she is ready for an epidural, what her thoughts are on this or that, and he is answering.

‘This is her body. She is fully capable of answering for herself. Also, she’s the one going through it,’ she shared.

Kim then turned her attention to one of the more ‘shocking’ habits of new dads – and that is going to get high.

‘These are the dads who say they’re gonna take a little walk, go to the car, get some food, and they come back clearly high as a kite.

‘You’re not fooling anybody’ she quipped. ‘We can see it from a mile away.’

‘Actually, we can smell it from a mile away because now the entire unit smells like cannabis and cheap cologne.’

Nurse Kim shared the top five blunders she has seen from partners of women in labor (stock image)

Nearing the top of the actions that men should avoid in the labor ward is when the father is on his phone the entire time.

‘It’s like a loud, business meeting the entire time,’ Kim added scathingly.

‘If you’re gonna be loud and on the phone while she’s trying to be relaxed and in labor, maybe you can go in the hallway or take it outside,’ she declared. 

Kim then revealed what her biggest – and most common – issue in the delivery room is.

‘It’s the men who over-sexualize everything in the labor and delivery process,’ she shared. ‘It’s disgusting. You’re giving creepy guy vibes.’

‘I’m putting gloves on to check dilation and you’re talking about a threesome. Or the baby’s breastfeeding and you’re talking about it being your turn,’ she continued.

Kim then gave honorable mentions to the men who are always eating while their partner is giving birth, and the men who don’t kick the visitors out so the new mom can rest.

‘And of course I’m gonna give an honorable mention to the dad who was flirting with the nurse the entire time,’ she concluded the video. ‘It is so inappropriate.’ 

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Call it TikTok brain, but if a cleaning gadget keeps popping up on my feed, I’m taking it as a sign.

Lately, that obsession is a handheld steam cleaner, the kind influencers swear will blast grime off your grout, sanitize your sink and make your stovetop look brand-new in seconds. To be honest, I’m sold.

The one currently living rent-free in my head is a compact, multi-surface handheld steamer that’s going for under $50 right now (yes, before the frenzy of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale kicks off).

Translation: this is the calm before the checkout storm.

Here’s why this category is blowing up: these little machines pack serious power. Most clock in around 1000–1200 watts and heat up in just a few minutes, releasing high-pressure steam that can cut through grease, grime and bacteria — without a single drop of chemical cleaner.

So, in short, it’s the lazy deep clean essential.

Instead of juggling sprays, sponges and paper towels, you’re basically pointing a jet of hot steam at whatever’s dirty — tile, grout, upholstery, even car interiors — and watching it melt away. The appeal is obvious, especially if you’ve ever gone down a TikTok rabbit hole of “satisfying cleaning” videos (guilty).

So yes, call me influenced. But if there’s ever a time to give in to the algorithm, it’s when the product is practical, oddly satisfying and currently under $50.

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He went viral after being bullied and shunned by his enclosure-mates, retreating to the safety of a soft toy.

But now it appears Punch, the viral macaque, has found his happily ever after.

The famous monkey, who lives at Japan’s Ichikawa City Zoo, has been photographed kissing, cuddling and playing affectionately with a female macaque believed to be named Momo-chan.

The pair were captured delightfully messing around together in clips posted to X and TikTok, with Punch’s trusted stuffed toy even making an appearance.

Punch and Momo-chan were spotted jumping, embracing and chasing one another in a series of videos – suggesting Punch’s spell of loneliness has finally ended.

Six-month-old Punch captured the hearts of millions worldwide earlier this year after appearing to seek comfort in a toy monkey following rejection from the other macaques in the enclosure he joined.

Adding insult to injury, it was revealed that Punch was originally given the toy by zookeepers after being abandoned at birth by his mother, to train him to cling.

Baby macaques cling to their mothers for safety and to build up their muscles – an essential skill for the primates.

The viral Japanese monkey Punch has found his happily-ever-after with a with female macaque, named Momo-chan, after the pair were spotted playing, hugging and even kissing

Punch and Momo-chan (pictured) were spotted embracing as Punch’s trusted teddy orangutan lay close by

The pair (pictured) were also captured playfully chasing one another – suggesting Punch’s spell of loneliness has finally ended

Six-month-old Punch was abandoned by his mother at birth and rejected by other primates before Momo-chan came along

Punch had been offered alternatives such as a towel or a different soft toy, but he ultimately chose the long-legged teddy orangutan as his companion.

The orphaned animal quickly became the star attraction at the zoo, located near Tokyo, with hundreds of visitors arriving to catch a glimpse of him.

He also received an outpouring of sympathy online from people concerned about his wellbeing – although it now appears his fortunes may be changing.

Alongside his new companion, recent pictures have shown Punch beginning to integrate with other monkeys at the zoo and relying less on his toy.

The baby macaque was pictured hitching a ride on the back of another monkey, sitting among adults and occasionally being groomed or hugged by his peers.

And Punch outgrowing his toy is a good thing, the zoo staff recently said.

Zoo director Shigekazu Mizushina said: ‘When he grows out of the plush toy that encourages his independence, and that’s what we are hoping for.’

Yet despite appearances, Ichikawa City Zoo have also insisted that Punch had not been bullied by his enclosure-mates to begin with.

Punch (pictured) went viral on X after being bullied and shunned by his enclosure-mates, retreating to the safety of a soft toy 

Punch (pictured) was originally given the toy by zookeepers after being abandoned at birth by his mother. Monkeys instinctively hold on to their mothers for safety

Recent photos have also shown Punch (pictured) beginning to integrate with other monkeys at the zoo and relying less on his toy

In a statement released on X, the zoo said: ‘Although Punch has been scolded many times by other monkeys, no single monkey has shown serious aggression toward him.’

‘When you observe these disciplinary behaviors from other troop members toward Punch when he tries to communicate with them, [the zoo] would like you to support Punch’s effort rather than feel sorry for him.’

The zoo said Punch had not been ‘bullied,’ saying instead the behaviour reflects a ‘strict hierarchical society’ where ‘dominant individuals show “disciplining actions” toward their subordinates.’

However, they acknowledged the public outcry for Punch, adding: ‘[The zoo] share your concerns about Punch, and all the zookeepers and staff will continue to work together to ensure that Punch can continue to live a healthy life as part of this troop of monkeys.’ 

The plastic surgeon who performed a tummy tuck on a TikTok mom before she died from a catastrophic brain injury has said he is “struggling to understand” what happened.

Dr Shahryar Tork, a double-board-certified plastic surgeon based in Cincinnati, said the Feb. 25 surgery on Rachel Tussey “was completed successfully and without complications,” and “she was awake and in excellent condition” when he last saw her in recovery.

“I am heartbroken for Rachel Tussey and her family. My thoughts remain with her loved ones during this devastating time,” Tork said in a statement to TMZ.

“Like them, I am struggling to understand how this could have occurred.

“Rachel’s surgery was completed successfully and without complications,” he said. “When I last saw her in the recovery room as she prepared for her planned overnight stay, she was awake and in excellent condition with her husband by her side.”

Tussey, a 47-year-old mom of three, had documented her cosmetic surgery journey for more than 27,000 followers on TikTok in the days leading up to the procedure.

“I’m in good hands. I know God’s got my back. Let’s do this,” an enthusiastic Tussey said in her last video, dressed in a hospital gown just hours before surgery, alongside the caption #midlifeglowup and #mommymakeover.

But what was supposed to be a routine appointment quickly turned into a nightmare, her husband Jeremy Tussey later revealed in an update on TikTok.

Jeremy said he had been waiting in the recovery area when he was called back to his wife’s room around 5:45 p.m. after the operation.

He briefly spoke with the doctor, who was leaving for the day and allegedly reassured him that the surgery had gone well.

Moments later, Jeremy said he heard his wife calling out for him — before noticing something was wrong.

“Next thing you know, I look down and her face is off color,” he recalled. “I assumed it was from the surgery, you know, from a lack of blood.”

When Tussey stopped responding, medical staff began performing CPR. She was rushed to TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital and placed on life support.

Jeremy said doctors later told him she had gone more than six minutes without oxygen and had suffered a severe brain injury. Tussey was eventually moved to hospice care after life support was withdrawn and later died.

Bernard Layne III, a personal injury attorney representing the family, said Tussey suffered a permanent anoxic brain injury after undergoing a surgical procedure at a private surgical center in Cincinnati.

“At this time, we will not comment on any aspect of culpability or liability in this matter,” Layne said, adding that the focus is on supporting the grieving family.

Jeremy said he is determined to understand what went wrong.

“To me, it looks like incompetence. Somebody dropped the ball here,” he said.

Tussey leaves behind her husband and their three children, Tristan, Alec and Livi.

TikTok will be allowed to maintain its business operations in Canada under new rules, including “enhanced protection” of Canadian users’ data, after the completion of a new national security review that reverses the conclusion of a previous one.

A statement from Industry Minister Melanie Joly on Monday said the popular social media platform has agreed to “new security gateways and privacy-enhancing technologies to control access to Canadian user data.”

TikTok will also implement enhanced protections for minors in line with the steps agreed to in the federal privacy commissioner’s joint investigation into the handling of young users’ data and age limits.

An independent third-party monitor will be appointed to regularly audit and verify TikTok’s data access controls and provide reports to the federal government.

“The government of Canada will exercise its full authorities under the Investment Canada Act and ensure the full implementation and enforcement of the measures committed to by TikTok Canada,” Joly said in a statement.

“Further, this decision will protect Canadian jobs, ensuring that TikTok Canada maintains a physical presence in Canada, with commitments to invest in its cultural sector.”

TikTok’s statement on the agreement focused on that future investment and support for Canadian creators and users, which the company said numbers over 16 million monthly visitors to the platform.

It said maintaining its local business operations will help support Canadian creators and organizations that use TikTok.

TikTok added its enhanced security measures will form “a highly secure barrier around Canadian user data.”

Ottawa ordered the wind-down of TikTok’s Canadian business operations in 2024 after an initial national security review, but said it would still allow Canadians to use the app.

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TikTok CEO requests urgent meeting with Joly on Canadian shutdown order

Privacy and safety concerns have been raised about TikTok and its China-based parent company, ByteDance, because of Chinese national security laws that compel organizations in the country to assist with intelligence gathering.

TikTok challenged the order in federal court, which overturned the shutdown in January of this year.

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The federal government asked for a court ruling to set aside the 2024 decision in a letter that said Ottawa and TikTok had agreed to seek the court order and launch another national security review.

The agreement to set aside the shutdown order came shortly after Prime Minister Mark Carney visited China and secured a deal to get China to lower agricultural tariffs in exchange for opening some market access for Chinese electric vehicles.

Joly’s statement on Monday said the new decision “follows a thorough assessment of the information and evidence gathered during the review process, including advice from Canada’s security and intelligence community and other government partners.”

The statement echoed language used in the 2024 announcement justifying the shutdown order, though Ottawa has never fully detailed why it was deemed necessary for TikTok’s Canadian office to close.

“Protecting Canadians’ data and the safety of children online will always be a top priority of the government,” Joly added.

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TikTok failed to keep kids off platform, Canadian privacy watchdogs find

The statement noted Canada’s approach to TikTok was in line with the European Union, which has insisted on similar data privacy measures for its users and independent oversight.

In the U.S., TikTok’s assets have been spun off into a new legal entity that is majority-owned by American tech firms, including Oracle, which will oversee American users’ data and privacy. ByteDance remains a minority stakeholder in the U.S. venture.

TikTok told Global News on background that it never actually closed its office in Toronto during the legal challenge over the shutdown order.

Monday’s announcement, it added, enables TikTok to resume its local investments and work that was paused by Ottawa’s initial decision.

Joly’s announcement comes after the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada told Global News in January it was looking into whether TikTok’s recent privacy policy updates would impact Canadian users.

In a privacy policy update issued on Jan. 22, TikTok detailed the information it collects from users of the app, including new plans to collect information about what appears to be more detailed location tracking.

Many users and U.S. media outlets have also noted the update states TikTok is collecting information where applicable under local laws surrounding “sexual life or sexual orientation, status as transgender or nonbinary, citizenship or immigration status.”

— With files from Global’s Adriana Fallico and The Canadian Press

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She was literally sounding off.

An American Airlines passenger unleashed an expletive-ridden tirade as she was allegedly kicked off a flight for playing a cell phone video on her loudspeaker.

In the video, the woman swore at cabin crew before being led off the plane with cops — even though she claimed she stopped playing the clip after the “second warning.”

“I played a video for 30 f—king seconds at 50% sound, and that’s the f—king reason you’re kicking me off?” the passenger, described as “drunk” by another traveler, said.

The enraged traveler, who was reportedly belligerent before the Tampa-bound plane even left the gate at Miami airport, continued to hurl expletives at flight attendants before daring them to call the cops.

“What the actual f–k?” the passenger said as she carried on her tirade, shared on TikTok on Feb. 26.

She went on to claim that she “stopped after the second warning.”

The disgruntled traveler repeated her claim she only played a video for 30 seconds and two officers tried to reason with her.

“Listen. Is this not a free speech America or are we being a–holes to literally everybody?” she asked one cop.

She then claimed she was “keeping the peace” before asking the officers: “Can I not express my feelings?”

The other cop then chimed in to say: “You can express your feelings over there,” pointing to the front of the plane.

The traveler sarcastically thanked others for recording her – before she was eventually led toward the exit.

She wagged her finger while the other passengers thanked the officers and burst into applause.

The woman causing the commotion was also seen sarcastically applauding as she trooped down the aisle.

The Post has approached American for comment.

Meanwhile, United bosses have updated the company’s contract of carriage, mandating all passengers to wear headphones while using their cell phone to listen to music or watch videos, as reported by CBS News.

Flyers who refuse to comply not only risk being removed off planes – but could see themselves permanently banned from using United services.