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Star of viral video with Chanel the African Grey parrot charged over £792k drug haul

What a plot twist.

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson - 21st April 2023

The woman who owns Chanel, an African Grey parrot who went viral in 2020 after she went missing, has been charged over a £792k cannabis haul.

Sandra Hannah, 43, and 55-year-old Ian Hannah have been charged with the importation of 237.6kg of cannabis resin from Spain.

Sandra first became something of an internet sensation back in the first Covid lockdown, when her pet parrot Chanel escaped.

She posted a livestream video in which she famously shouted down the streets: “CHANELLLLLL. CHANEELLLLLL. Please my parrot’s gone. She’s an African Grey, her name’s Chanel.”

Such was Sandra’s viral fame, she even went on to host ‘Hun Brunch’ events around the country.

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But now the Liverpool Echo has reported that she and one other adult have been charged with drug offences.

A spokesperson for Merseyside Police said: “Over the past two days there has been a joint operation between Operation Pelican, Sefton Investigations Team and the National Crime Agency which has resulted in two adults being charged with the importation of 237.6kg of cannabis resin from Spain.

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“This has been valued at approximately £792,000.

“Ian Hannah, 55, and Sandra Hannah, 43, of Cumberland Gate, Netherton have both been charged with importation of cannabis and possession of criminal property.

“Hannah and Hannah have been remanded and will appear before the magistrates’ court this morning.”

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Pep Guardiola apologises for ’embarrassing’ camera operator confrontation

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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has apologised after confronting a cameraman following the Premier League fixture against Newcastle United this past weekend.

The Blues boss was left visibly frustrated as Man City were beaten 2-1 away at St James’ Park by Eddie Howe’s side following a flurry of three finishes in the space of just six minutes.

However, this wasn’t the only action pitchside during the game, as not only have some supporters argued they should have had a penalty as Phil Foden was brought down in the box, Pep was also seen engaging in a loaded exchange with opposition captain Bruno Guimarães, as well as a camera operator.

Guardiola has since apologised for the incident, confessing he was left “embarrassed” by his own conduct and admitting that even “after 1,000 games, I’m not a perfect person – I make huge mistakes.”

As you can see, the Catalan coach approached the member of the broadcasting team following a fairly widespread spat both during the second Newcastle goal and following the full-time whistle.

Despite journalists recognising a natural amount of frustration and passion amidst the narrow loss and speculation over decisions, he went so far as to say he wasn’t “ashamed” of his actions at the time and doesn’t like or condone this kind of behaviour.

He was also seen smacking his seat in the dugout after conceding as well as after missed chances by his own players.

Pep assured that he apologised to the cameraman within seconds, remarking, “I am who I am” and reminding football fans that he is a human capable of acting on instinct just like anyone else.

He also clarified that the bulk of his issues on the day were to do with the officiating, taking umbrage with the referee’s decision-making in multiple instances.

You can see the clip down below:

As for his conversation with Guimarães, he wouldn’t disclose any details of their conversation, but did insist to one reporter that they share a good relationship, confessing that he is “an emotional guy” and can often appear particularly animated as he is known for gesticulating.

It seems that the 54-year-old was just annoyed over the potential penalty, but match-winner Harvey Barnes’ brace in particular, too.

Not only were there questions of a foul on new goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma – whose shot-stopping was otherwise excellent for the majority of the match – but Guimarães was supposedly offside in the build-up to the strike.

Regardless, Pep went on to add that the confrontation with the cameraman, Donnarumma’s booking for dissent, and general disappointment have been “immediately forgotten”, and all eyes are now focused on City’s big European meeting with Bayern Leverkusen.

You can see the highlights from Newcastle vs Man City down below.

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Kids can now send their Christmas lists to the North Pole as Royal Mail’s Santa Mail returns for 2025

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Children all across the UK can now send their Christmas wish lists directly to the big man himself in the North Pole.

That’s because Royal Mail’s hugely-popular Santa Mail scheme has returned for 2025.

With just over a month to go until Christmas Day is officially here, Royal Mail is once again helping to make festive wishes come true by lending a helping hand to one of its most special customers, Santa, just like it has done for more than 60 years.

The postal service will be sending children’s letters and Christmas wish lists directly to the ‘North Pole’ this year.

Santa’s team of helpers at Royal Mail are gearing up to deliver the hundreds of thousands of letters sent to him by children from all across the UK. 

With the very busy Christmas period ahead – one of the busiest times of the year for the postal industry, by far – Royal Mail is encouraging children to get their letters written and sent as soon as they can – with the cut-off date being no later than Wednesday 10 December.

To send your letters to the ‘North Pole’, you need to pop them in a stamped envelope and send them to this special address:

Santa / Father Christmas,
Santa’s Grotto,
Reindeerland,
XM4 5HQ.

Don’t forget to include your name and full address on your letter, so that Santa knows where to send his replies back to.

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Kids can now send their Christmas lists to the North Pole as Royal Mail’s Santa Mail returns for 2025 / Credit: Phil Hearing | Marina Abrosimova (via Unsplash)

“Royal Mail continues to play a cherished role in the nation’s Christmas traditions,” commented Lisa Luveniyali, Royal Mail’s Chief Elf, who oversees the safe delivery of children’s letters to Santa at his magical grotto in Reindeerland.

“For over 60 years, we’ve proudly helped Santa manage the thousands of heartfelt letters sent by children across the UK.

“Our dedicated team of festive elves especially love seeing the wonderful wishes children share, and helping Santa send his replies.

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“Just remember to include a stamp, your full name, and address so Santa knows where to send his response.”

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