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Naya Rivera snuggles in fur

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Rebekah Gibbs loses battle with cancer


'Casualty' actress Rebekah Gibbs has died after losing her battle with cancer.
Rebekah was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008, just 10 weeks after giving birth to her daughter Gigi, and it's now been confirmed that she's lost her battle with the disease at just 41-years-old.
Talent agency Belfield and Ward tweeted the news last night (11.11.14) writing: "Darling Rebekah Gibbs, a true inspiration and dazzling light, never to be forgotten."
Although best known for her role as nurse Nina Farr on the BBC medical drama, she also appeared in 'Holby City' and 'The Bill' and had taken to the stage in 'Fame', 'Grease' and 'Starlight Express'.
Although she first found out she had cancer in 2008, Rebekah received the five-year all clear early this year before receiving even more heartbreaking news.
Speaking in April she said: "I was in Devon with my family when I had a huge seizure.
"Within an hour I was in A&E. I was quickly diagnosed with two brain tumours, plus one in the neck and a lesion on my lung."
Rebekah's friend, 'Coronation Street' actress Hayley Tamaddon has led tributes to the star on Twitter, writing: "So many memories... We will never forget you Becky. Keep twinkling. Wherever you are."
Actor Matthew Daines also shared a heart-warming message which reads: "Sleep well you fabulous funny talented lady Rebekah Gibbs. Bless your beautiful bonkers heart Gibbsy. Gone too soon."

Warren Clarke has died aged 67

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Prince Charles: people have lost connection to the land


Britain's Prince Charles says people have "lost any real connection with the land".
The 65-year-old royal wrote a special foreword for Country Life magazine to mark his 66th birthday - which takes place on Friday, November 14 - warning the public that they need to re-engage with their environment.
He wrote: "One of the things that strikes me most forcibly is the extent to which the majority of the population has lost any real connection with the land.
"Unlike in most parts of the continent of Europe, many people in the UK are now four or more generations removed from anyone who actually worked on the land - and it frequently shows in their attitudes.
"They have only a vague understanding of what farming is or does; and - as outsiders looking in - they are increasingly suspicious of it. At the same time, they treasure the countryside."
It is not the first time His Royal Highness has written for Country Life magazine, as he guest-edited the publication to mark his 65th birthday last year.
Prince Charles has long since been an advocate for sustainable environment change. In 2010 he established The Prince's Countryside Fund, which has provided over £4 million to help those who care for the countryside.

Prince Harry jokes about fainting soldiers


Britain's Prince Harry joked with wounded soldiers about his trip to Afghanistan.
The 30-year-old royal laughed with servicemen and women at the 'Wounded: The Legacy of War' exhibition in Somerset House in London yesterday (11.11.14) as he recalled an incident during his recent trip to Kandahar, Afghanistan where he spent Remembrance Sunday (09.11.14).
Prince Harry joked: "The visit [to Afghanistan] was great.
"Fourteen people collapsed though during the ceremony and it was only 12 degrees heat.
"But they were from the RAF so that's acceptable."
His Royal Highness admired various portraits - taken by Bryan Adams - which showed soldiers who have been injured while on military duty in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Bryan told the Daily Express newspaper: "Rehabilitation doesn't end at the hospital. It's an ongoing process and I'm delighted that for some of the guys and girls in these portraits, actually sitting for them helped re-evaluate how they saw themselves."
One of the stars of the exhibition was Mark Ormrod, 31, - who lost both his legs and his right arm after stepping on an improvised explosive device on Christmas Eve in 2007 - revealed that he was annoyed by his decision to wear old pants for the portrait.
He joked: "I was the first one to have my picture taken and I think Bryan was worried about offending me when he asked me to take my shorts off.
"But as a former marine I'm not scared of getting naked in public. I was a bit gutted though, I was wearing rubbish pants.
"They were just from a M&S box set and I just wish I'd worn my Calvin Kleins."

Prince Charles praised by Ukip MEP


Britain's Prince Charles has been congratulated by a member of Ukip for his stance on religion.
Ukip MEP Amjad Bashir has praised His Royal Highness for encouraging religious tolerance.
The 65-year-old royal has previously spoken about the "indescribable tragedy" for Christians who are under threat in the Middle East.
In a video that was played at the House of Lords earlier this month, Prince Charles said: "The horrendous and heart-breaking events in Iraq and Syria have brought the subject of religious freedom and persecution to the forefront of the world's news.
"It is an indescribable tragedy that Christianity is now under such threat in the Middle East - an area where Christians have lived for 2,000 years, and across which Islam spread in 700 AD, with people of different faiths living together peaceably for centuries.
"It seems to me that our future as a free society - both here in Britain and throughout the world - depends on recognising the crucial role played by people of faith."
In response to Prince Charles, Ukip's Communities spokesman wrote on his official website: "As a British Muslim I wholeheartedly support what he [Prince Charles] has said about the need for tolerance and that faith leaders should try to ensure that people within their own tradition respect people from other faith traditions.
"I admire Prince Charles and I particularly endorse his desire, once he becomes King and Supreme Governor of the Church of England, to be seen not as Defender of The Faith but as Defender of Faith."

Gemma Merna made ill by ‘Hollyoaks’ filming


Gemma Merna says 'Hollyoaks' made her ill.
The 30-year-old actress plays Carmel McQueen in the Channel 4 soap but is set to be killed off in tonight's (12.11.14) episode and she's admitted tough storylines have taken their toll on her during her eight-year stint on the show.
She explained: "When you're on massive storylines, working 40 to 60 hours a week, you can guarantee you're ill by the end of it.
"You'd get really tired and completely run down, you'd need a holiday for a week or two afterwards."
The much-loved character is to die from injuries suffered during the explosion of a train carriage but not before her emotional final goodbyes from teary-eyed family members, Mercedes (Jennifer Metcalfe), Theresa (Jorgie Porter) and Myra (Nicole Barber-Lane).
And now that the blonde beauty no longer has to spend long hours filming for the popular soap, she is eyeing up roles in other series, including period drama 'Downton Abbey'.
She told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "'Downton Abbey' would be a dream. I'm naturally very pale too.
"I always have a spray tan and I have naturally dark hair and everyone said I looked like a Victorian child when I was little."
Gemma added that although she would revel in the chance to feature in the ITV programme, she would also enjoy more of a challenge.
She said: "I'd love to do a gritty drama and play someone manipulative, conniving, psychotic."

Jacqueline Jossa to return to EastEnders after birth


Jacqueline Jossa will return to 'EastEnders' after giving birth.
The 22-year-old actress is expecting her first child with boyfriend, 'The Only Way Is Essex' star Dan Osborne and she's revealed that while she will be taking time off for the birth, she wants to jump straight back into work soon afterwards.
She said: "I am going to have to leave at some point to give birth, but I don't really know what will happen with my storyline. They're keeping it a secret from even me because it is that tight.
"I don't have a clue either but I know I will be coming back. I read somewhere I was taking a year out which isn't true. I definitely want to go back."
The brunette beauty - who stars as Lauren Branning in the BBC One soap - also confessed she's been getting advice from her co-stars about the joys of motherhood.
She told MailOnline: "Natalie Cassidy (Sonia Fowler) has given me great advice. When you're pregnant you get a bit emotional and I feel like she must have known I was edgy because she said to me everything works out in the end."
And Jacqueline isn't worried about being a young mother as she doesn't think age matters.
She added: "I'm 22, I'm not 17 and even so, some 17 year olds are the most amazing mums.
"I don't think you can put an age on it I think it's all about being a mum and learning. No one knows how to be a mum until you are one."

Jimmy Bullard doing I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! for cash


Jimmy Bullard reportedly signed up for 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' after losing £625,000.
The former Hull City footballer arrived in Australia yesterday (12.11.14) ahead of the start of the reality series this weekend and it's now emerged he agreed to appear after losing the huge sum in a failed get-rich-quick scheme.
The 36-year-old star - who was hoping for a return of 20 per cent a month from his investment but has yet to get a penny back - is now said to be fighting to get the money back while an investigation into fraud has been launched.
Jimmy - who is believed to be earning £100,000 from his upcoming stint in the jungle - reportedly told a friend that he'd "been done out of a lot of money".
A source told The Sun newspaper: "The money isn't normally anywhere near enough for Premier League footballers.
"Losing so much cash explains why he was keen to go."
Jimmy - along with former Tottenham Hotspur footballer Robbie Keane and two ex-England international players - are said to have been told that they would be part of an exclusive scheme run by top City financiers who make large sums of money by investing in fast-growing companies.
They are reported to have been approached by former Coventry and Scotland star Michael McIndoe on behalf of the scheme.
Victims who lost investments ranging from £100,000 to £625,000 are said to have contacted police earlier this year and Scotland Yard has confirmed it is investigating fraud allegations.

Patsy Kensit for Celebrity Big Brother?


'Celebrity Big Brother' bosses are reportedly "desperate" to sign up Patsy Kensit.
Producers of the Channel 5 reality show are trying to secure a deal with Patsy, 46, to appear in the next series and have reportedly offered the former 'Holby City' actress a substantial pay packet.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "The CBB producers are convinced Patsy will make great TV and are desperate to secure her."
However, Patsy has previously claimed she would be unwilling to participate in any reality TV shows apart from BBC One's 'Strictly Come Dancing', as she is a huge fan of the series.
Meanwhile, Katie Hopkins was recently offered a record fee to appear on the upcoming series of the show.
The 39-year-old TV personality - who made her name in 2006 on BBC reality show 'The Apprentice' - is said to have agreed to appear on the show, having been offered more than the £400,000 that former boxing promoter Kellie Maloney is said to have earned earlier this year.
A source said previously: "Undoubtedly she will clash with some of the other housemates and generate loads of publicity for the show.
"She has been approached previously, but it looks like a deal has been reached this time."
The next series of 'Celebrity Big Brother' is due to begin in January, but show bosses have so far declined to confirm or deny whether Katie and Patsy will be appearing on the programme.

Marilyn Monroe letters for sale


Marilyn Monroe's love letters are going up for sale.
Over 300 items which previously belonged to the late screen icon will be auctioned off at Julien's Auctions in Beverly Hills next month, including notes written by her former husbands Joe DiMaggio and Arthur Miller.
In one letter, addressed to Mrs. DiMaggio, the baseball star bared his heartbreak at their split in 1954 after a few months of marriage.
He wrote: "I love you and want to be with you. There is nothing I would like better than to restore your confidence in me.
"My heart split even wider seeing you cry in front of all these people."
Other letters which form part of the 'Marilyn Monroe's Lost Archives' sale were written by friends including Clark Gable, Cary Grant and Jane Russell.
Auction curator Martin Nolan - who spent nine months compiling the collection - said: "It really gives you the chills when you read some of the stuff and see the intimacy and the personal nature of it."
A type-written letter from playwright Arthur bears a hand-written post-script which reads: "Please, if I've ever made you cry or made you even more sadder, ever for a second, please forgive me, my perfect girl. I love you."
And in a note she penned to the 'Death of a Salesman' writer, Marilyn said: "It's doubly difficult to understand that you, the most different, most beautiful human being, chose me to love."
Other items in the sale include a framed letter from designer Cecil Beaton, in which he reassured her she was a fine actress, and a 19-minute reel made after her 1961 movie 'The Misfits' wrapped which shows her happily on the beach with co-star Gable and other friends.
The curator said: "It's fantastic to see how loved she was. Like you thought she was vulnerable and not loved and she craved love and she needed that reassurance. But she had it. She had it with Joe DiMaggio. She had it with Arthur Miller."
The 'Some Like It Hot' star - who died of a drug overdose aged 36 in 1962 - willed the collection to her mentor, acting coach Lee Strasberg, who gave it to a trusted friend to take care of and auction owner Darren Julien thinks the pieces could fetch over $1 million when they go up for sale on December 5 and 6.
He said: "We anticipate a lot of fans will be here. They'll fly in from all over the world."