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Campbell Johnstone comes out as gay

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2 years ago

January 31, 2023

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Campbell Johnstone hopes his admission will help reduce stigma around sexuality

Former New Zealand rugby player Campbell Johnstone has become the first All Black to come out as gay.

He hopes his public announcement will help “take away the pressure and stigma” for those struggling with their sexuality.

Johnstone says he told his friends and family “a long time ago” but kept his true self hidden from the public during his playing career.

He says he lived a “double life” because his sexuality did not fit with the image of an All Black player.

His vision of a player was someone who was “manly, strong … possibly had a wife, kids” – even blaming his sexuality when he performed poorly during a game.

The former prop played three Tests in 2005 – with his last match against the British and Irish Lions.

Between 2002 and 2012, he made 38 appearances for the Crusaders, 72 for Canterbury and 105 for the French side Biarritz.

In the interview, Johnstone says it’s “a little bit sad that we are actually having to do this”, adding he can’t believe how far and wide the news has spread. #trending #featured

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Israel launches pre-emptive strikes on Iran amid nuclear threat

Israel launches pre-emptive strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites amid fears of retaliation and imminent threats, urging citizens to seek shelter.

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3 hours ago

June 13, 2025

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Israel launches pre-emptive strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites amid fears of retaliation and imminent threats, urging citizens to seek shelter.

Israel has launched pre-emptive military strikes on Iran following reports of explosions in Tehran. The operation, expected to last several days, is targeting Iranian nuclear facilities and military sites.

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has urged citizens to stay near bomb shelters amid fears of Iranian retaliation, while the Israeli Defence Forces coordinate closely with the United States, citing an imminent nuclear threat.

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Shocking video shows UK nationals moments before Air India crash

“Chilling footage captures UK nationals smiling just moments before the tragic Air India Flight 171 crash.”

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5 hours ago

June 13, 2025

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“Chilling footage captures UK nationals smiling just moments before the tragic Air India Flight 171 crash.”

Just before the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171, two UK nationals were seen recording a video, smiling, unaware of the disaster moments ahead. The footage adds a chilling human face to the unfolding tragedy.

Shocking Video Shows UK Nationals Moments Before Air India Crash

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Trump announces ‘done deal’ with China

Trump declares new trade deal with China “done,” featuring rare earth material supply and China retaining student visas, pending Xi’s approval.

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5 hours ago

June 13, 2025

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Trump declares new trade deal with China “done,” featuring rare earth material supply and China retaining student visas, pending Xi’s approval.

President Donald Trump says a new trade deal with China is “done,” following intense negotiations in London.

The agreement includes China’s pledge to supply critical rare earth materials to U.S. companies, while the U.S. will drop plans to revoke Chinese student visas.

The deal still awaits final approval from President Xi Jinping, but it could mark a turning point after months of tariff tensions.

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