Sunday, May 17, 2026

Football’s Coming Home (Again): Three Lions roars back for 30th anniversary as England chase World Cup glory

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Kylie Minogue confirms plans for 40th anniversary tour

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Kiefer Sutherland axes US tour over ‘very low ticket sales’

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Philip Seymour Hoffman’s ‘Gods Pocket’ gets date

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Yoko Ono pens thank you letter for Elbow


Yoko Ono has written an open letter to Elbow thanking the band for mentioning her in a song.
The Japanese artist - the widow of Beatles legend John Lennon - has been name-checked by the group on their latest track 'New York Morning'.
In the lyrics, frontman Guy Garvey sings: "Oh, my giddy aunt, New York can talk, It's the modern Rome and folk are nice to Yoko."
The song is taken from their latest album 'The Take Off And Landing Of Everything' and references the time when Yoko lived with John in New York before he was almost kicked out of the US in 1973 by immigration authorities for his marijuana conviction in Britain in 1968.
John - who was shot dead outside the Dakota Building in NYC by Mark Chapman in 1980 - was given 60 days to leave the country but his order of deportation was later overturned and he received his green card.
Yoko, 81, wrote on her official website: "Dear Guy, Craig, Mark, Pete and Richard, Yes. New York has been kind to me as your song says. Thank you (sic).
"For John, he always wanted to come and live in this city, ever since he saw Bob Dylan on the famous album cover (The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan). And I played the catalyst to make his dream come true.
"But in sleepless nights, I am still living in the memory of my sweet husband, who was virtually kicked out of his own country that he loved so dearly and learned to live in this bleak port city just so his woman and he could live in peace.
"Two sides of the coin. Life is. Have a great time in New York.
We loved it. Love, Yoko."


Queen Elizabeth met by robot at school


Britain's Queen Elizabeth and the Prince Philip were greeted by a robot at a school in Surrey yesterday (06.03.14).
The 87-year-old monarch and her husband met a patriotic flag-waving droid during a tour around the science department at Reed's School in Cobham.
The queen is a patron of the school, which opened in 1813, and appeared delighted to see the 2ft robot, along with cheering pupils and staff who waved Union Jack flags as she arrived.
She wore a pearl-grey tweed suit and matching hat, along with a stunning diamond brooch and her traditional Launer handbag.
And despite his recent bad health, the Duke of Edinburgh appeared in good spirits as he toured the school and inspecting projects displayed by students.
Elsewhere, the queen's grandson, Prince Harry, spent the morning playing volleyball with disabled athletes at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford as he launched the Invictus Games, a competition for wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women, which will take place in London in September.
After serving in Afghanistan on the frontline, the 29-year-old royal said: "It's not about showing support for Afghanistan, it's not about supporting war, it's not about supporting the forces themselves ... just come along and show your support."

Joey Essex wants to become a rap star


Joey Essex wants to become a rapper.
The former 'The Only Way Is Essex' star is reportedly in talks with Warner Music to record an album following the release of his 'Essex Anthems' compilation CD.
He told The Sun newspaper: "I might be doing a deal. It'd take me a few years to do big shows.
"I've done things like that but not actually sung. I've got the confidence, but it's just being able to sing."
Joey showed off his talent with his lyrics: "Yo, yo, yo, yeah, my name is Joe. Don't live in Hackney, don't live in Bow."
His record label are said to be monitoring sales of his first record before deciding on a rap album and he hopes to become Britain's answer to 'Holy Grail' hitmaker Jay Z.
Meanwhile, the 23-year-old star had his TOWIE co-stars James 'Arg' Argent and James 'Diags' Bennewith in stitches when he revealed he wants Peter Pan to play him in a film about his life.
During an online chat with fans, he said: "I'd like Peter Pan to play me because he never wants to grow up," adding, "Make a cartoon where Peter Pan says 'today I'm going to be Joey Essex."
The hunk didn't understand when Arg and Diags tried to explain Peter Pan is "already a character" before Arg joked that Jonah Hill could portray Diags.
Joey also admitted he'd strip naked for £500 for a magazine spread and hinted he could return to TOWIE, telling fans: "Never say never."

Lea Michele: ‘Don’t strive for fame’


Lea Michele doesn't think people should "strive for fame".
The 27-year-old star - who recently released her first solo album 'Louder' - thinks too many young people aspire to be a star rather than looking to do something they are really passionate about.
She told Bliss magazine: "A lot of people strive for fame and don't focus on finding something they're passionate about.
"There becomes this idea of a system where someone is better than you because they're famous, so you want to strive to be where they are, when the most important thing is to be the best you, and be your own personal motivator."
The 'Glee' actress has always been interested in singing and acting and says being famous is just an unfortunate part of the job rather than something she's always aspired to.
When asked if the intrusions into her personal life are worth it for being able to do the job that you love, she said: "That is a very weird part of this business. It's very strange that men sit outside my house in cars and wait to take a photo of me at the grocery store.
"Some days it's harder to deal with than others, but I try not to let it get the best of me."

Joe Jackson fathered love child, not Michael?


Joe Jackson may be the father of Brandon Howard - not Michael Jackson.
A DNA test released yesterday (06.03.14) allegedly proved the late King of Pop fathered a secret love child with gospel singer Miki Howard, however, in a sensational twist, it's now claimed the 31-year-old aspiring singer is in fact the love child of Michael's father.
Miki was represented by Joe, 85, in the 1980s and toured with Michael and his music manager dad.
A source told the New York Daily News newspaper: "I've been hearing for years that Brandon is Joe's son."
A press conference was held by Beverly Hills dental surgeon Dr. Joseph Goodman yesterday in which he claimed there was a "99 per cent" probability Brandon is Michael's son, having acquired the late 'Thriller' singer's DNA by buying one of his used dental devices at auction.
Brandon admitted he did supply some DNA for the test but insisted he is not looking to stake a claim in the fortune left behind by Michael upon his death in June 2009.
He said: "Number one, I did not call [website] TMZ or anything like that. Didn't put out a story, nothing. Number two, I've never 'self-proclaimed' to be Michael Jackson's son.
"Number three, I'm definitely not suing the estate. I've been taken care of very well. Number four, it is true I did do a DNA test but it had nothing to do with any of this."
The news has prompted speculation Brandon is the child Michael is singing about in his 1982 hit song 'Billie Jean'.
Michael was father to three children, Prince Michael, 16, Paris, 15, and Blanket, 11, until his death in 2009.

Ireland Baldwin splits from boyfriend


Ireland Baldwin has split up from her boyfriend.
The 18-year-old model - the daughter of actor Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger - has called time on her relationship with Slater Trout in order to focus on her career and her schooling.
She told People magazine: "I love him more than anything but I need to focus on myself right now."
The couple were introduced to each other in 2012 and by May 2013, Ireland was gushes about how close she had become to the surfer.
She said at the time: "I would say he is my best friend. We have our moments but that's rare. We can act stupid in public, private or wherever and we are always laughing."
The pair even sparked engagement rumours last year after Ireland was spotted wearing a silver band on her ring finger.
Ireland isn't only making changes in her love life at the moment as she ditched her platinum locks on Wednesday (05.03.14) and dyed her hair lilac.
She told E! News: "I just really wanted to go lavender and it's going to fade out. I wanted change! I love my platinum hair and that's who I am, but this is fun. Why not? It's temporary and fun."

Idris Elba to voice tiger in Jungle Book remake

Idris Elba will voice tiger Shere Khan in a remake of 'The Jungle Book'. The 41-year-old actor, who recently played the late Nelson Mandela in 'Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom', has signed up to Disney's live-action take of the classic children's film....

Brooke Vincent not ready for marriage


Brooke Vincent isn't ready for marriage.
The 'Coronation Street' actress - who plays Sophie Webster in the soap - says she isn't in a hurry to follow in co-star Michelle Keegan's footsteps by getting engaged to her footballer boyfriend Josh McEachran.
She said: "Michelle's older than me so she's had a lot more life experience. And I wouldn't want to get engaged just because other people were doing it."
The 21-year-old star has been with her boyfriend for over two years and admits she's surprised they've lasted so long because they have very different personalities.
She added to new! magazine: "It's two and a half years now - I'm surprised he hasn't killed me yet! He's dead quiet and I talk everyone's socks off. That's my problem, I don't let him get a word in edgeways."
While she's not ready to tie the knot, Brooke admits she would love to have children one day - but will leave 'Corrie' first.
She said: "I've always wanted to be a stay-at-home mum, so maybe when that happens I might stop being Sophie Webster for a bit. My mum was 23 when she had me. Four of my friends have had babies recently and I do get broody. But I also understand how hard it is, so I think I'm going to get a few more years of sleep in!"

Daniel Whiston backs Beth Tweddle for Dancing on Ice win


Daniel Whiston would like Beth Tweddle to win 'Dancing on Ice' if he and Hayley Tamaddon don't.
The professional skater - who won the eighth series with the Olympic gold medal winner last year - has claimed that if he is not fortunate enough to win the final of the all-stars series this weekend alongside skating partner Hayley Tamaddon, he would like to see Beth and her partner Lukasz Rozycki take the crown.
He exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "Hayley is a strong contender. Beth will always have a special place in my heart, I won the show with her last year. [But] anybody in the final deserves to win."
Hayley and Beth will compete against Ray Quinn to win the final series of 'Dancing on Ice', which will come to an end after the instalment on Sunday (09.03.13).
Daniel, who has won the show three times previously, is excited for the final but is particularly looking forward to relaxing at the wrap party.
He said: "There is going to be a massive wrap party. All the contestants from over the years have all been invited so those that will wanna come will be there. There will be loads of big celebrations - it is going to be a messy night. You can expect to find me under the table with a bottle of wine."
Last week, Daniel believed he wouldn't be able to skate due to tearing his bicep, however, he managed to pull through the performance with partner Hayley, scoring top marks from the judges.
He recalled: "Last week was such a stressful week. If it hadn't of been for our physiotherapist Sharon Morrison, I wouldn't have been able to skate. I've had machines on it every day and a lot of work had to happen. It is in a good place now ... I am on the mend and we are certainly not going to let an injury hold us back at this stage"
The final episode of 'Dancing on Ice' airs Sunday 9 March at 7pm on ITV.

Queen announce tour with Adam Lambert


Adam Lambert will tour with Queen this summer.
The 'American Idol' 2009 winner, who has performed with the band in the past, will join guitarist Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor on a 19-date tour, which Brian claims will be the "closest that you'll ever get to see Queen as it was in our golden days."
Adam told Rolling Stone magazine: "I think the thing that's really special is that this is the real deal. This is live.
"In today's music world, you go to a concert and you're getting a lot of playbacks. There's click tracks. It is what it is. I'm not hating on it. But this is the real deal. This is pure."
He added: "We're not playing to a click. We're not playing to tracks. This is all live instruments. I'm singing all the vocals with these guys on vocals. It's purely organic. I think in today's day and age, it's very exciting for an audience to see something that has that much heart."
Brian insists it is "not an imitation" of the days when Freddie, who died in 1991 of bronchopneumonia, a complication of AIDS, was the frontman in the band, but says he wants to give younger fans the opportunity to see Queen live and create a new experience.
The 66-year-old musician said: "We're here live and real and we have a great singer. They'll be a lot of newness about this. I think that's very exciting. It'll be loud and dangerous and all the things that people used to look for in us."
Adam, 32, feels "honoured" to be taking the place of Freddie and admits he's still trying to get his head around the fact he has performed with the 'We Will Rock You' hitmakers.
He added: "It's beautiful. It is surreal. I feel inspired by it. When we did our run overseas in Europe, we had about ten days to rehearse. There were definitely some songs I wasn't familiar with. That pressure and that intensity of the process gives it a lot of power. I like pressure."
Adam and Queen's US tour kicks off June 19 in Chicago, and wraps up July 21 in Washington DC.

Harry Styles romance with Alison Mosshart


Harry Styles reportedly had a secret romance with Alison Mosshart.
The One Direction hunk, 20, who has split from model Kendall Jenner, was seen getting cosy with The Kills frontwoman, 35, at The Box nightclub in London's Soho during London Fashion Week.
An eyewitness told The Sun newspaper: "They were very touchy-feely in a booth and both pretty drunk.
"But they were having a great time together, laughing and joking with a lot of PDA.
"It was Harry who made the move as he was looking after her."
The source added: "At one point he was stroking her hair as she lay her head on the table. Harry's knack with women of any age is pretty amazing."
It's not the first time the singer has dated an older woman after he previously hooked up with TV presenter Caroline Flack after meeting her on 'The Xtra Factor' when he was just 18 and she was 32.
He was also linked to radio presenter Lucy Horobin, 32, when he was 17, and more recently he dated reality star Kendall, 18, for three months before they broke up in February due to work commitments.
After being spotted at The Box, Harry and Alison went on a second date to watch the Burberry show together for London Fashion Week.
They had previously hung out after meeting through Alison's band mate Jamie Hince and his wife Kate Moss.
Meanwhile, Harry has been on a break with band mates - Liam Payne, Zayn Malik, Louis Tomlinson and Niall Horan - as the group prepare for their 'Where We Are' stadium tour which kicks off next month.