Muhammad has grow to be the most well-liked child identify for boys in England and Wales for the primary time, new information from the Workplace for Nationwide Statistics (ONS) has revealed.

The identify has been among the many high 10 names for child boys since 2016, however has now overtaken the earlier favorite, Noah. Oliver was third within the 2023 rankings for England and Wales.

For child ladies Olivia remained the most well-liked identify for the eighth yr in a row, with Amelia and Isla the second and third hottest.

Annually, the ONS analyses the most recent child identify information, revealing the most well-liked – and unpopular – names in England and Wales. The rankings have been created utilizing the precise spellings of names given at delivery registration, which means related names with totally different spellings have been counted individually.

Three variant spellings of the Arabic identify Muhammad made the listing of the highest 100 child boys’ names in England and Wales in earlier years, however that is the primary yr that only one spelling of the identify has managed to high the listing.

In 2023 there have been 4,661 Muhammads born throughout England and Wales, up from 4,177 in 2022, whereas Mohammed got here in twenty eighth with 1,601 and Mohammad got here 68th with 835.

The info exhibits that Muhammad was the most well-liked boys’ identify in 4 out of 9 areas in England and 63rd hottest in Wales. In the meantime, Olivia was the most well-liked ladies’ identify in 5 out of 9 areas in England and the most well-liked in Wales. It has been within the high three for women’ names yearly since 2006.

Data on child names is collected individually by the Northern Eire Statistics and Analysis Company. It reported in April that “Noah took the highest spot for boys in 2023, after being within the high 3 since 2019. Whereas Isla took the highest spot for the ladies, after Grace had beforehand held it for five years.”

Nationwide Information of Scotland reported earlier this yr that in 2023 Luca turned the most-chosen identify for boys for the primary time since information started in 1974, overtaking the 2022 chief, Noah. For child ladies, “Isla returned to first place once more for the primary time since 2021, overtaking Olivia, which has been the most well-liked identify for women lately.”

Talking of England and Wales, the ONS’s Greg Ceely mentioned, popular culture continued to affect identify decisions, with a rise in music artists’ names reminiscent of Billie, Lana, Miley and Rihanna for women and Kendrick and Elton for boys. The summer time blockbuster movie Barbie, starring Margot Robbie, was additionally influential, with 215 extra child ladies named Margot than in 2022, which means the identify ranked forty fourth out of the 100 hottest child lady names.

However whereas popular culture appears to affect dad and mom, the royal household appear to be having the other impact, with royal names falling in reputation in 2023. George ranked fourth with 3,494 infants being given the identify – the primary time George has fallen under 4,000 in almost ten years. William got here in twenty ninth and Louis forty fifth for boys, and Charlotte ranked twenty third for women.

The time of yr additionally had an affect for child ladies, with Autumn and Summer time rising in reputation, notably throughout their respective seasons; each names have been within the high 100. In December the names Holly, Robyn and Joseph have been extra standard.

Different new entries into the highest 100 in England and Wales included Hazel, Lilah, Nevaeh and Raya for women, and Jax, Enzo and Bodhi for boys.

Olivia stays the most well-liked selection for child ladies, adopted by Amelia and Isla. These high three have remained unchanged since 2022.

Hyphenated names jumped in reputation for women final yr, standing at greater than 19,140 names, up from round 12,330 the yr earlier than.

New entries to the highest 100 record for women embody Lilah, Raya and Hazel, whereas Jax, Enzo and Bodhi made it into the highest 100 for boys.

The ONS mentioned on Thursday that popular culture “continues to affect” title selections, citing singers Billie Eilish and Lana Del Rey, the Kardashian-Jenner household’s youngsters Reign and Saint, and movie stars Margot Robbie and Cillian Murphy.

Different music artist names Miley, Rihanna, Kendrick and Elton additionally noticed a rise in 2023. That was possible as a consequence of album releases, touring, or high-profile performances by Miley Cyrus, Kendrick Lamar, Elton John, and Rihanna, the ONS mentioned.

Days of the week have been an extra supply of inspiration for folks, with names reminiscent of Sunday and Wednesday rising in reputation final yr. The ONS drew a attainable hyperlink with the Netflix sequence Wednesday, which was launched in late 2022.

As for the seasons, Autumn ranks 96th within the record and Summer season 86th, up 10 locations from 2022, however 38 locations decrease than in 2013.

In the meantime, royal names had been much less fashionable in 2023 – a decline that types a part of an ongoing pattern.

George, Archie, Harry and Charlotte have all turn out to be much less fashionable lately, as have Elizabeth and Charles.

Knowledge for 2022’s high child names was launched final Could amid modifications to sources.

Publishing dates for 2024’s hottest picks haven’t but been confirmed.

I’ve at all times had an ambivalent relationship with Starbucks. However particularly post-pandemic, the java juggernaut has turn out to be my espresso store of final resort. And I’m not alone — U.S. gross sales within the newest quarter had been down 6% in contrast with a yr earlier.

The corporate’s new chief govt not too long ago sketched out a rescue plan that features eliminating upcharges for nondairy milk, simplifying menu choices to hurry up orders and a return to writing clients’ names on cups. Nevertheless it’s going to take an entire lot greater than markers to win again clients like me, who see the shops the place we get our lattes as “third locations” — areas akin to libraries and, sure, espresso outlets, the place we type connections with others in our communities.

Starbucks’ shops used to fill this want. I wrote elements of my upcoming e-book in three of them and thanked them within the acknowledgments. However many issues have modified within the years since.

Let’s begin with the overworked employees — witnessing the tireless workers valiantly plow by way of numerous orders with robot-like effectivity doesn’t give a comfy vibe. I don’t anticipate to be greatest mates with my barista, but when the chain employed extra staff and stop union busting, staff may be much less harried and I’d be extra inclined to spend there. I would like my espresso {dollars} to contribute to the corporate’s employees. Proper now it looks like I’m simply lining the pockets of rich executives and shareholders.

As of late after I buy a cup of espresso, what I’m actually shopping for is entry to a spot — one the place I can work, pause, people-watch, learn a e-book or just zone out. My cup’s contents are sometimes inappropriate: When considering its buy, I’m actually questioning how consuming it on this place will make me really feel.

In his dialogue of how we remodel area into particular locations, sociologist Thomas Gieryn emphasizes that place is “doubly constructed” within the minds of people that imbue its physicality with that means. That that means is how a spare retail area with a number of tables and chairs will get elevated to a “residence away from residence.” The pandemic raised each my expectations and my wants, and I make each effort to spend my cash at these significant locations. As a professor, I benefit from the solitude and autonomy that comes with my job, however even I get sick of myself, and strolling to my favourite native espresso outlets helps chase away the creep of afternoon melancholy.

Starbucks’ profit-maximizing methods deserted clients like me way back. A wave of retailer closures within the Bay Space, the place I stay, dislodged any remaining shred of brand name loyalty. Many who remained eliminated vital parts of their seating or eradicated it altogether. And on the areas that do have it, good luck getting a chair or a coveted toilet code earlier than making your buy.

So why go there when there’s the Bean Bag Cafe on Divisadero Road, the place I usually see the night counter individual hug common clients? There’s no time for hugs at Starbucks, which doesn’t have a retailer wherever near my residence in East Oakland. Fortunately, small companies like Cafe Cordoba fill this neighborhood want, serving as an oasis on this former café desert. Immaculately clear and lovingly embellished, this quaint espresso store serves a various clientele that features older adults, households with youngsters, membership members from the native Hell’s Angels chapter and Oakland law enforcement officials. When sipping their cinnamon-infused café de olla from a hand-painted mug, it’s simple to marvel: Who wants Starbucks anyway?

However in these instances of accelerating loneliness, mistrust and political polarization, we desperately want locations for neighboring. I might provide a slate of concepts to assist Starbucks strengthen native connections. However my better concern is supporting these small companies that contribute to our social infrastructure and not using a company’s monetary backing. One necessary step is to increase retail tax credit and enhance grants to small companies, particularly those who resurrect previously vacant storefronts, planting the seeds for neighborhood revival.

I’m not apprehensive about Starbucks’ future. The chain’s clearly not apprehensive about me. However we are able to take some classes from its company identification disaster to consider the public-private partnerships we wish to nurture independently and collectively with our native companies, huge and small, in order that all of us really feel welcomed with a seat on the desk.

Stacy Torres, creator of the forthcoming “At Residence within the Metropolis: Rising Outdated in City America,” is an assistant professor of sociology at UC San Francisco.

The favored espresso chain is inviting NHS workers to select up a free tall beverage in retailer upon presentation of a legitimate NHS ID, in any respect taking part shops and topic to availability.

Now in its fifth 12 months, Starbucks and NHS Charites Collectively have partnered collectively to share a “heartfelt thanks” for the onerous work and dedication of NHS workers this Christmas.

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The Starbucks NHS festive giveaway is again for at this time solely, Thursday, December 5.

Any tall drink is eligible within the giveaway together with festive favourites comparable to the long-lasting Toffee Nut Latte, the brand-new Gingerbread Cream Iced Chai Tea Latte and Caramel Waffle Cream Iced Latte.

NHS workers are eligible for a free tall Starbucks beverage upon presentation of a legitimate NHS ID.

Blue Gentle Playing cards will not be legitimate types of NHS ID for this giveaway, however Blue Gentle Card clients obtain 10% off drinks on daily basis, all 12 months spherical.

Moreover, Starbucks is pulling out all of the stops to make sure the giveaway reaches as many NHS workers as doable this 12 months.

25,000 Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso™ cans and 42,000 Starbucks Premium On the spot sachets alongside baked items together with chocolate coated pretzels and vegan brownies shall be delivered on to taking part hospitals.

For the primary time ever, a further 10 ambulance service stations can even obtain these festive treats.

NHS workers visiting taking part We Proudly Serve Starbucks® shops in hospitals nationwide may obtain a free Starbucks® Milk Chocolate Gold Coin with the acquisition of any sizzling drink, whereas shares final.

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Alex Rayner, basic supervisor at Starbucks UK, mentioned: “We’re proud to supply this giveaway for the fifth 12 months working to say a small thanks to NHS workers for his or her exceptional service.

“Starbucks has all the time been a spot the place folks come collectively and we hope that NHS workers can do exactly that on Thursday over a espresso on us.

“Thanks to our ongoing associate NHS Charities Collectively whose invaluable work helps the psychological well being and wellbeing of NHS workers throughout the UK.”

However on Thursday’s episode (December 4), ITV followers noticed Danny open up about his emotions in direction of Barry, admitting he has changed the “fatherly determine” in his life.

Talking to former Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse, he defined: “My dad, he doesn’t communicate to me.”

Danny added: “It’s simply bizarre as a result of I don’t really feel I’ve actually healed with it possibly.”

Discussing his time in remedy, the 38-year-old mentioned: “I did however you possibly can go to remedy, however you continue to crave your dad and that’s what’s onerous. That’s why I get a lot satisfaction out of Barry.”

Later, Oti shared within the Bush Telegraph: “I do know that Danny and Barry’s relationship may be very particular, they’ve come to some extent the place they love one another and so they want one another now.

“It’s good to know that not solely are you going to go away with a superb expertise, however you’re going to go away right here with family and friends for all times.”

Danny additionally recalled some reminiscences along with his dad, telling Oti: “He was wonderful yeah, we went to see Bolton Wanderers each weekend, received a Maccy Ds earlier than, I’ve received nice reminiscences.

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“He was a hugger, he was a kisser after which when he left us, that’s after I needed to develop up actual quick, I purchased my mum’s houses” goal=”_blank”>home.

“I used to be 18 years previous, I purchased myself a flat in London and I purchased my mum’s home, and I put my sister by way of college.”

The pop star additionally appeared within the Bush Telegraph and mentioned: “I feel the world of Barry, he’s wonderful and we’ve been by way of this entire expertise collectively.

“It’s simply good having somebody older than you that does substitute that form of fatherly determine. Simply to place his arm round you and have your again. I’ve not had that feeling for some time.”

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Reacting to Danny and Oti’s heartfelt dialog, one I am a Celeb viewer posted on X: “Aww Danny, I’m so glad he has Barry. They’re completely cute.”

One other added: “My coronary heart breaks for Danny.”

This fan wrote: “barry and danny oh my god i hope they keep speaking.”

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Valerie Bertinelli is thought for her vulnerability — and clapbacks — and now, the chef is cooking up a combo of each.

On Monday, she took to Instagram to put up a mirror image in bikini, writing within the caption that although she plans to “discuss concerning the insanity my physique has been via this yr,” she’s discovering gratitude in herself precisely how she is.

“However proper now each lump bump wrinkle and saggy a part of me simply feels acceptance and easy appreciation to be standing in entrance of a mirror in a resort toilet in downtown Manhattan prepared to paint my roots late on a Monday night time,” she continued.

However Bertinelli did not hesitate to slam critics of her revealing photograph in a follow-up put up Tuesday, telling followers “I do not care what you suppose.”

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“For the primary time in my life, I really like my physique as it’s. It isn’t the 20 yr outdated physique that I hated and it truly is a disgrace that I hated that stunning physique,” she wrote, telling followers that “sure, it was a really completely different physique than the one I now inhabit, nevertheless it hadn’t but been via the journey I wanted to undergo.”

“Whilst difficult because it’s been and is, I’m grateful for this journey and I wouldn’t commerce this physique for my 20 yr outdated physique any day,” Bertinelli added.

She addressed her observe to her 1.6 million followers on Instagram, saying that “to all of you that may sit in judgment of my physique, the photograph, and my cause for posting it, I hope you discover a place in your coronary heart to not decide your self as harshly as you decide others.”

In latest months, Bertinelli has opened up about her physique and self-care journey.

The previous Meals Community star opened up about her private journey with physique requirements in an Instagram put up in February.

“It is a 150lb physique on a 5’4 body. I don’t weigh myself anymore as a result of that is thought-about chubby by who’s requirements I don’t know. It’s silly and I believed them for a lot too lengthy. I now, lastly, know that I’m a form, thoughtful, humorous, considerate lady,” Bertinelli captioned the put up on the time.

“So please keep in mind, who you might be and what your character is, ought to by no means be overshadowed by what measurement you might be or how a lot you weigh. You’re sufficient. Simply the best way you might be,” she continued.

After Ollie Pope fell cheaply, Ben Stokes strode out and threw the bat for an additional fifty partnership from simply 39 balls, suggesting {that a} declaration might not be distant. Whereas New Zealand have achieved some nice escapes in current reminiscence, not least when the person who now coaches England, Brendon McCullum, helped them to amass 680 for 8 towards India at this floor a decade in the past, and their pitches have a behavior of flattening out, there is no doubt they have been deep within the gap.

One measure of how the day had gone for New Zealand was that their five-man assault managed to bowl zero maidens. One other was that none of their remaining batters confronted greater than Phillips’ 16 balls as they have been steamrollered throughout the morning session.

Atkinson took the plaudits, having turn into the primary man to take a Take a look at hat-trick at Basin Reserve. It was the most recent accolade in a shocking begin to the 26-year-old’s Take a look at profession, lower than six months on from claiming a 12-wicket haul on debut. It made him the seventh participant to file a ten-for, 100 (achieved towards Sri Lanka, in fifth look) and a hat-trick, and in solely his tenth Take a look at – effectively forward of the next-quickest, Irfan Pathan (26 matches).

Each Atkinson and Carse claimed four-fors as New Zealand collapsed inside 45 minutes of the morning session. After Kane Williamson’s 37 on day one, no different New Zealand batter made it to twenty.

They’d resumed their innings with Blundell batting alongside nightwatcher O’Rourke. Blundell formed up properly, solely to be summarily dispatched in Carse’s second over because the bowler produced a magnificence to hit the highest of off. It was virtually an identical to the “no-ball of the century” that nearly did for Williamson on the earlier night, solely this time with none considerations round his entrance foot.

Two balls later, O’Rourke propped ahead hopefully and was trapped plumb in entrance of center. Smith and Phillips briefly instructed a counterattack would possibly materialise with a stand of 29 at greater than a run a ball. However Atkinson discovered additional bounce on a decent line to defeat Smith, who underedged on to his stumps making an attempt to go away.

Then got here the coup de grace, as Atkinson had Henry fending a chest-high bumper to gully after which bluffed Southee by pushing the sphere again then going full and straight on the stumps. Southee reviewed with a forlorn look, ball-tracking confirming it might have hit center and leg – and Atkinson walked off as the primary Englishman to take a Take a look at hat-trick since Moeen Ali at The Oval in 2017.

Alan Gardner is a deputy editor at ESPNcricinfo. @alanroderick

The textual content of right now’s emergency proclamation may be discovered right here.

The Governor has directed state companies and departments to make the most of and make use of state personnel, tools, and services for the efficiency of any and all actions in step with the course of the Workplace of Emergency Providers and the State Emergency Plan. The proclamation moreover authorizes state companies to enter into contracts to rearrange for the procurement of supplies, items, and companies essential to shortly help with the response to and restoration from the impacts of the earthquake, permits fairgrounds and state property for use for sheltering, and permits for the mobilization of CalGuard to help catastrophe reduction.