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Self-made millionaire who immigrated to the US with only $75 explains why he will NOT

Payam Zamani, 53, who grew up in Iran, was sent to America by his parents in 1988 at age 17, along with his older brother. Between them, they had under $100 to live off of - but they were desperate to make better lives for themselves, so they quickly got to work. They landed a series of odd jobs through which they learned a lot about the business world, and in 1994, they decided to start their own online car-buying platform called Autoweb. It quickly became a massive success and the company transformed Payam and his brother into millionaires within three years. But now, fast forward to nearly three decades later, the entrepreneur has announced that he has no plans to give his immense earnings to his two daughters, Sophia, 19, and Ella, 18, when he passes away.

Confessions of a Shopaholic author Sophie Kinsella, 54, breaks down in tears as she candidly details her harrowing battle with brain cancer

The writer, 54, from London, shared the devastating news that she had been diagnosed with grade four glioblastoma, a 'form of aggressive brain cancer,' back in April. Now, she has spoken in detail about the way the disease has affected her during an extremely honest new interview with ABC News' Robin Roberts, and she admitted that it's severely impacted her memory. She also detailed the scary change that happened to her body that first alerted her that she was sick.

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The secret technique was revealed in an Instagram Reel last month by Joseph Carrillo, who has worked his magic on the faces of A-listers like Mariska Hartigay and Camille Kostek.

Alyssa Grenfell, 31, grew up in an ultra-strict household but fled from Utah to New York in 2017 - and has since been focusing on reclaiming her body following the move in her late 20s.

John Mulaney's ex-wife reveals she wrote a SUICIDE note in the wake of him dumping her and

In a new essay published in Elle on July 23, Anna Marie Tendler shared an excerpt of her experience from her upcoming memoir, Men Have Called Her Crazy. In the piece, she describes her experience of checking herself into the facility, admitting she had written a suicide note in the past - although not specified when - before ripping it 'into tiny pieces the following day' and 'scattering it into various garbage cans' outside her New York City apartment.

The video is made up of a compilation of clips that show realtor Mike Hege, 43, who is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, taking gasps of air before getting ready to speak on camera.

Eylül Nim, who speaks six languages, says if you've ever had trouble making a language stick, she suggests finding an attractive teacher. She is originally from Turkey, but currently lives in Seoul.

Dirty Pop: The Boyband Scam on Netflix reveals how founder of the Backstreet Boys and

A new Netflix documentary, Dirty Pop: The Boyband Scam, has uncovered the dirty truth behind the American music mogul (pictured left) who founded some of the biggest pop acts in the '90s, including NSYNC (pictured bottom left), O-Town (pictured top left). Now, the tell-all docuseries recounts the fraudster's journey to dizzying heights, and his fall from grace that saw him sentenced to 25 years in prison (pictured left inset) for conspiracy, money laundering, and false bankruptcy proceedings. (The centre inset shows Pearlman with singer Aaron Carter in 2005)

Premiering on Netflix on August 14, the docuseries centers around four true stories of horror exes. It features testimonials from victims of terrible relationships, often escalating to violence.

Dr. Sarmela Sunder has revealed six of her top anti-aging tips in a new video series on TikTok, and many of them only require small tweaks to your daily routine.

Matt Gaetz is mercilessly trolled after debuting dramatic transformation at the RNC: 'I

The 42-year-old raised eyebrows with his raised eyebrows while speaking at the RNC on Wednesday, leaving many wondering if he had gone under the knife. Matt, whose career has been marred by scandal, showed off very dramatic brows, plump cheeks, and glowing tan when he stepped out on stage (right) - a drastic change to his usual look (left). People on the web flooded X, formerly known as Twitter , to troll the congressman, with his fellow Republican, Rep Derrick Van Orden, even joking that Matt looked akin to a 'sex doll'.

Sex and the City may have been off the air since 2004 but people are still regularly talking about the wildly popular HBO show on social media and the sartorial choices.

Supermodel Paulina Porizkova strips down to her bra and underwear as she admits she felt

Paulina bared it all as she confessed to feeling an immense amount of 'freaking' shame and feeling 'invisible' after turning 50. The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, 59, frequently proves that age is just a number by flaunting her taunt tummy in a number of tiny bikinis online. But, behind the glamorous shots shared to her Instagram, she admitted she still struggled mentally when it came to her age. While speaking to StyleLikeU, Paulina left little to the imagination as she stripped down to just her lacy black bra and underwear and shared that she started feeling 'invisible' when she hit 50.

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Rose is first seen donning the light-pink coat, which features black curlicue embroidery on its collar and cuffs, shortly after the boat hits the iceberg.

The groom's father, Bruce Miller, decided to utilize his musical skills for his son Jake's wedding. The moment led the 61-year-old, from Florida, to become an internet sensation.

REVEALED: The sinister warning JFK Jr. received from a palm reader in India about his

JFK Jr. tragically passed away in a horrific plane crash in 1999 at age 38 - and years earlier, a psychic may have foreseen that he was going to meet his demise at an early age. The attorney spent months in India following his graduation from Brown University in 1983, and according to one of his friends, Narendra Tanej, they went to see 'a very respected palmist' together during his visit. But Narendra revealed in the new book JFK Jr.: An Intimate Oral Biography that the fortune teller didn't have the best things to say about JFK Jr.'s future. He said the palmist gave late President John F. Kennedy's son a dramatic warning, telling him that he should 'always be careful' because he was at 'risk.'

Established babysitter, Danielle Lobes, from Portland , Oregon, agreed to look after two children between 7pm and 2am, but was alarmed when their mother failed to come back.

Nikole Mitchell works as an adult model and life coach but has recently entered the world of luxury dating - getting paid to go on dates and earning between $30,000 to $100,000 a month.

Whoopi Goldberg attacks Kai Trump's rousing RNC speech about grandfather Donald - urging

The 68-year-old called out the teen's stirring speech; arguing it was a trick to 'humanize Donald' - particularly after Saturday's assassination attempt. Kai took to the stage on Wednesday night in Milwaukee, telling viewers former U.S. president Donald was 'just a normal grandpa.' But The View host Whoopi says it's a ruse, urging voters 'not to fall for it.'

Donald Trump's VP hopeful Tim Scott recently gushed about his now fiancée Mindy Noce - and, with the two set to tie the knot, voters are desperate for details about their 'heaven-sent' love story.

TikTok creator Justine used AI to replicate Morgan Freeman's voice to narrate her videos while claiming to be his 'nepo niece,' successfully tricking some into thinking the pair were really related.

Mom shares TikTok diary of how her five year-old daughter coped after being banned from using iPad

A North Carolina mother concerned that her five-year-old was spending too much time on her iPad shared how her daughter is coping without it in a TikTok diary that has since gone viral.

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Expensive sleepaway camps are BANNING luxury skincare products for Sephora obsessed tweens

As tweens become more and more obsessed with luxury skincare products from brands like Drunk Elephant at Sephora, they have difficulty parting with them - even at summer camp.  Summer camp is no longer about roughing it - instead, campers as young as eight prefer to pack serums and lotions that cost upwards of $100. Some exclusive summer camps have banned the pricey products this summer, which has caused quite an uproar among campers with multi-part skincare routines. 

John Stanhill and Victoria Oakley, from Jacksonville, Florida, bagged a staggering $1 million on the lottery shortly before becoming parents.

The information was recently shared on TikTok by medical esthetician Maja, who is the owner of Self Skin medical spa in Canada.

The anonymous bartender play-acted scenarios that would instantly make him question whether a customer is old enough to legally drink alcohol.

TikTok sensation Pookie has received the ultimate push present before she's even given birth - a $5,400, limited-edition Dior handbag from husband Jett. She received it after returning from France.

Ex-NY Governor Andrew Cuomo's daughter Mariah ties the knot with longtime boyfriend Tellef

Mariah Kennedy Cuomo, 29, tied the knot over the weekend as her 66-year-old father, disgraced former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, walked her down the aisle. Mariah married longtime boyfriend Tellef Lundevall, who she first met in 2012, while wearing a stunning Vera Wang gown. Vogue covered the nuptials and detailed their long-term relationship, as they first met when she was visiting Brown University as a prospective student.

   

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Inside Diana's lifelong bond with her parents' housekeeper - affectionately called

Violet Collison, affectionately known as 'Collie', worked for John Spencer and Frances Roche at Park House on the Sandringham Estate and witnessed the future Princess of Wales ' birth. Sweet handwritten thank-you notes and a decade of correspondence - which is being auctioned off next week - offer a glimpse into their friendship, including the late royal's feelings ahead of her wedding. Collie was a significant figure in Diana's formative years and remained a close confidante even after she retired - even sending gifts to the young Princes William and Harry. It would appear that their close relationship was largely a private one. Pictured left, Diana. Top and bottom right, correspondence sent between the late royal and Collie.

Earl Spencer, who lives on the Althorp Estate in Northampton, took to his Instagram on the weekend to reveal that his blonde Labrador Otis passed away, along with his daughter's pony.

Her parents, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium, were the image of proud parents as they beamed alongside their eldest child while arriving for today's ceremony.

Queen Letizia of Spain steps out in a vibrant floral dress in Barcelona as she makes her

Queen Letizia of Spain looked elegant on Tuesday in a vibrant floral print dress as she chaired the annual meeting of the Cervantes Institute in Barcelona. The European royal, 51, had dressed smartly for the heatwave currently engulfing Spain in the lightweight fuchsia gown. She joined the Mayor of Barcelona Jaume Collboni and director of the Cervantes Institute Luis Garcia Montero to attend the annual meeting of directors at the City Hall. 

Prince and Princess of Wales are hiring a new private secretary to organise the royals' UK

The royal couple, both 42, are currently hiring an 'Assistant Private Secretary', who will be based in London. The permanent role will involve planning the Prince and Princess of Wales' engagements across the UK. However, the job description (inset) stresses that there will be a 'particular focus on Wales' to 'maximise' the couple's impact. Prince William and Kate Middleton (right, with Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis) inherited the titles of Prince and Princess of Wales (left) following the late Queen's death in September 2022 - having previously been the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge .

The Prince and Princess of Wales shared a stunning black and white portrait, taken by Kate, to mark his special day and in the image, the bracelet can clearly be seen above the cuff of his shirt.

Speaking on the How to Fail with Elizabeth Day podcast, Julia revealed that she buys the 'feisty and cheeky' British royal 'impossible' noisy toys that take the Prince of Wales, 42, 'days to put together'.

Dancing King! Resurfaced video of a young Charles showing off his moves on a dancefloor in Rio de Janeiro delights royal fans

The then Prince of Wales, who would have been around 29 years old at the time, was filmed getting his groove on with a Samba dancer in Brazil in 1978. The royal was invited to the party staged by the city's mayor at the town hall at the time, a year prior to him meeting Princess Diana, whom he would marry and have two children with, Prince William and Prince Harry. He caused a sensation at the time, twirling energetically and strutting his stuff with a famous dancer called Pina de Beija-Flora. Charles, now 75, was not particularly dressed for the occasion but that did not stop him from getting involved in the fun.

Stylist reveals how to replicate Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy's timeless style - after Gen Z

Carolyn Bessette Kennedy was considered a style icon before her untimely demise at only 33-years-old in 1999, when she and her husband John F. Kennedy Jr. died in a plane crash. Now, her legacy lives on thanks to Gen Z, who emulate her classic ensembles on TikTok, and stylists who re-create her iconic outfits and teach clients and fans how to re-imagine some of her most fashionable ensembles.

Want to workout just like a model? Plenty of fitness studios cater to catwalkers as well as offering online options for folks at home. FEMAIL tried out some of these classes to see what they're really like.

Have you been wondering what to wear to concerts this summer and fit in with fellow music lovers? TikTok is breaking down the ultimate uniform that's flowy, breathable, and boho chic.

A dermatologist has revealed a shocking truth about the way you're shaving - and why you're probably doing it wrong. In this new clip, she revealed three hacks to achieve razor-burn free skin

Nathan Chan, from Alberta, Canada, used egg donation and surrogates to fulfil his dream of having a family - doing it all on his own. The 39-year-old now has two daughters and one son.

Reality star Lyons, 56, has some very interesting pre going-out rituals - and has revealed how incorporating one beauty treatment into her routine has made her a 'much nicer person.'

Fujiko Robinson, also known as Susie, died in February of 2021 at the age of 88 after surviving the nuclear blast and battling a litany of health issues in her later years.

Woman left STUNNED to see her ex-boyfriend walk into the Love Island villa - before being forced to watch him cozy up to his fellow contestant

Isabel Hall took to TikTok to post a clip of sister Rachel reacting in horror at seeing her former flame appear in the latest season of the saucy NBC reality TV show. Rachel was left in disbelief after recognizing her ex, PR specialist Connor Newsum, 28, before he began cozying up to fellow contestant Cassidy Hayden Laudano. The young woman was left visibly uncomfortable as she shielded her eyes, covered her face and squealed.

Before and after photos show how Hollywood actresses and models have transformed their faces over the years, with the power of cosmetics experts, stylists and hairdressers.

In her latest agony aunt column, best-selling author Jane Green offers some candid advice to a daughter who is struggling with her feelings of jealousy towards her own mother.

The 22-year-old viral sensation collaborated with TikTok songwriter Jax Writes Songs on a ditty meant to 'explain' her raunchy and explicit catchphrase referencing a sex act to 'the elderly.'

Meteorologist who is battling cancer, 33, publicly claps back at viewer who sent 'hateful

Fox 23 weatherwoman Laura Mock, 33, from Tulsa, Oklahoma, was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in May, and she started undergoing chemotherapy soon after. As a result of the treatment, her hair began to fall out - so she recently decided to shave it off and wear a wig while on the air. But she was recently left horrified after someone watching her segment decided to send out a negative message regarding her fake locks to her - and to all of her coworkers.

Rachel, 51, and Jake, 55, faced an embarrassing on-air struggle as they desperately tried to explain the meaning behind Charli XCX's Gen Z-inspired declaration that Kamala 'is brat.'

Elaina St James, 57, from the Midwest, claimed she was shunned after her local community found nude pictures of her online- but eventually haters wanted tips on how to earn $30,000 a month

Gone are the days of flicking through a baby-naming book, with some parents now paying for the privilege of having someone talk you through it.

Woman who burst into tears during her brother's wedding vows slammed for 'distracting'

An American woman has divided opinion and faced backlash after sharing a clip from her brothers wedding, where she burst into tears during his vows. The video by Maria (@mariamercanti on TikTok ) has been seen by more than 4.7 million people in two days. It shows the bride and groom mid vows, with the groom heard saying 'When I look at you I see a beautiful future. These are my vows, I promise...,' before the camera pans to the bridesmaids.

Jedidiah and Katey, both 25, discovered the news in the course of a routine ultrasound and quickly got to planning a gender reveal. They're already parents to a son and daughter.

The spoof of the beloved workplace sitcom, that starred Steve Carell, is the brainchild of the marketing team at Mohawk Chevrolet in Saratoga County, and it's garnered hundreds of thousands of fans.

Emily Levine, from Los Angeles, California, has worked in recruiting since 2010. She has now revealed there are a few simple mistakes that people make that often cost them the position.

Kaylee Opatich, from Boston, Massachusetts, took to TikTok to detail how she keeps one-year-old Greyson occupied for longer during playtime.

The guest, believed to be from the US, took to Reddit to post her horror story, fuming after she and her husband were invited to her childhood friend's wedding - but with caveats.

The bright-colored signs, which feature a handful of bizarre storylines, have been spotted in various locations around Manhattan - leaving regular viewers both amused and bemused.

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With 24 races across the world, from Las Vegas to Singapore, how do these busy motorsport stars see their pets? They take their canine supporters with them on private jets and yachts.

Sophy Laufer has made the cut for two seasons as a Dallas Cowboys official Cheerleader. On TikTok, she revealed how she perfects her look on game day.

Anti-trafficker Laila Mickelwait, from Southern California, 41, has spent the last four years fighting for the pornographic video sharing website to be closed down.

Huma Abedin looks effortlessly chic as she attends Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's

A slew of A-listers stepped out in their most lavish ensembles to attend Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's (top inset) housewarming party in New York City - including Huma Abedin (right), who ditched fiancé Alex Soros for a solo night out. Hollywood heavyweights such as Karlie Kloss (bottom inset), 31, Nicki Hilton (left), 40, and Jay-Z, 54, were also invited the event at the Amazon CEO's luxe Madison Square Park apartment building, in which he owns five units. Jeff, 60, dropped a whopping $119 million on the apartments - with his latest splurge being in 2021 when he picked up a $23 million unit - and he made sure to showcase his portfolio by throwing the prestigious event just days after he and fiancée Lauren returned from a sun-soaked getaway. And while Hillary Clinton's longtime aide Huma, 47, is a seasoned pro at rubbing shoulders with the city's most elite, she is usually accompanied by husband-to-be Alex. However, the brunette beauty opted to go solo yesterday when she left the billionaire heir behind while she mingled the night away.

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After losing her leg to cancer as a kid, Skylar Scarnecchia, 18, is now a rising star at the University of Alabama playing for the university's wheelchair basketball team.

While they may exist in the land of takeaway, some of the most recognizable logos in the world are based on real people - some of whom are still alive today.

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Felicity Nicole was 10 years old when she woke up one morning and found her mother crying on the living room floor with blood running down her face. Here she tells DailyMail.com her story.

Meet the next generation of Kennedys - and how JFK and RFK's grandchildren are already

When President John F. Kennedy was assassinated during a trip to Dallas, Texas, in 1963, it only fueled the world's intrigue with the prominent family even more - sparking an intense fascination with the nine Kennedy kids that spanned across decades. But flash forward to 2024 and there's a whole new generation of Kennedys - and while some of them have shied away from the spotlight, doing their best to live quiet lives despite their famous family name, others have embraced the attention that comes with being a part of the acclaimed brood. FEMAIL has rounded up everything we know about the youngest set of Kennedys - from JFK's grandson Jack who went viral for his bizarre rants and Robert F. Kennedy Sr.'s stunning granddaughter Kyra who is making waves in the modeling world.

A local news reporter has left people in a fit of giggles after her hilarious on-air blooper went viral. Teagan Brown is a weekend sports anchor at NBC affiliate WMBF in South Carolina.

The information was shared in a new video posted on TikTok this week by Kara Crevier, from Portland, Oregon, who goes by the username @karanailedit on social media.

The 34-year-old 19 Kids and Counting star has revealed she has finally had enough of sharing a home with her parents, Jim Bob and Michelle, as she gave people a rare glimpse at her new space.

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