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Bruno Tonioli has returned for a second season of Britain's Got Talent, receiving mixed reviews from viewers after already provoking some criticism with his judging skills.

Maya Jama has reportedly left ITV bosses 'reeling' after she shared a cryptic snap, which mysteriously pointed to Netflix, to Instagram this week.The Love Island host, 29, set tongues wagging after she posted an ambiguous snap to Instagram of a drink in a Netflix cup, suggesting that perhaps she would be joining the streaming giant. Maya stepped into the Love Island presenting role back in 2022, when former show host Laura Whitmore decided to move on to pursue other projects.

As a child, Charlie Webster, 41, was physically and emotionally abused by one man then groomed and sexually abused by another, her athletics coach. Years later, after completing a 3,000-mile cycling challenge from Europe to South America for charity, ahead of the 2016 Olympic Games, Charlie became critically ill with malaria and was put on life support. After two weeks in a coma, she made a recovery that baffled doctors both in Brazil and the UK.

Nicky Butt didn't even make the substitutes' bench for the 1999 FA Cup final.

Baby Reindeer’s real-life Martha is considering legal action over the show in which she is portrayed as a terrifying stalker.

The latest Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) figures indicate that fraud and error in the benefit system is falling after the UK Government restated its determination to drive levels down further and protect taxpayers’ money. The most-recent national statistics show that in the 2022/23 financial year, fraud and error rates fell to 3.6 per cent (£8.3 billion) from 4.0 per cent (£8.7 billion) - figures for 2023/24 are due to be published next month.

Shane MacGowan‘s widow, has shared that she is searching for her late husband’s missing Easter Rising rifle which “meant so much to him”.Clarke announced on social media that the late Pogues frontman’s rifle from the 1916 Easter Rising has gone missing and is suspected to have been stolen. The firearm, which was used during the Irish rebellion against the British government, was a Lee–Enfield 303.It was a 60th birthday gift to MacGowan from singer-songwriter Glen Hansard and was used in the takeover of the General Post Office (GPO) in Dublin during the Easter Rising.Taking to her official X/Twitter account, Clarke tweeted: “Shane’s 1916 rifle has gone missing, most likely been stolen.

Olly Alexander reportedly broke down in tears during an interview when addressing the current controversies relating to Israel’s participation in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest.Alexander will represent the UK with his song ‘Dizzy’ at the grand final of the contest in Malmö, Sweden next Saturday (May 11). However, he has been subject to strong calls to boycott the competition over Israel being allowed to compete due to its ongoing war with Gaza, in the name of showing solidarity with Palestine.In a new interview with The Times, Alexander admitted he had been struggling after the interviewer noticed that he seemed out of sorts during his performance at a Eurovision pre-party in London.“Yes, I struggled that day,” he said. “I was holed up in a room trying not to have a breakdown.

New Look's £27 sandals, which shoppers claim "never rub", are being hailed as a must-have for your summer wardrobe.The footwear, reminiscent of the iconic Dr Martens style, has been praised by customers for its comfort and trendy design.The Wide Fit Black Leather-Look Fisherman Sandals, £26.99 here (was £29.99), have been lauded by fans who say they "never rub", even when worn for the first time. With their chunky design and wide leather straps, these holiday essentials are said to have a "Dr Martens style look about them without the price tag".

The new movie The Idea of You is based on the best-selling book by Robinne Lee and it has often been considered to be “Harry Styles fan fiction,” something that she doesn’t feel is an accurate way to describe her work.

EastEnders actress Lorraine Stanley has officially unveiled her latest career plans after leaving the BBC soap earlier this year. As regular viewers will know, Lorraine announced her character Karen Taylor’s departure last August, with the character last seen on screen in February 2024.

Fans eagerly anticipating Olly Murs' performance at the Hydro in Glasgow tonight were left devastated after the pop-star announced he would not be able to make it just as doors were set to open. Olly was scheduled to perform in front of thousands of excited fans, supporting Take That. However, hopes were dashed when the Glasgow venue announced the unexpected news on their social media channels, stating: "We are sorry to advise, due to unforeseen circumstances beyond anyone’s control, Olly Murs cannot perform tonight (Friday) in Glasgow.

The Eurovision Song Contest is set to be even more fabulous this year, as national treasure Dame Joanna Lumley has been announced as the UK spokesperson.The Absolutely Fabulous icon's role in the grand final was revealed by Eurovision commentator Graham Norton on The One Show on Friday. Joanna, a long-time fan of Eurovision, is already gearing up for her iconic role where she will be broadcasted live into the arena in Malmo, Sweden.The actress, who recently starred in Netflix's Fool Me Once, expressed her excitement saying: "Good evening Malmo, it's Joanna here! "I am delighted to be announcing the jury vote for the UK at this year's Eurovision.

Reuben Owen, star of Our Yorkshire Farm, is preparing to leave the UK with his girlfriend, Sarah Dow.The 18 year old, who gained fame from his own show, Reuben Owen: Life In The Dales has been sharing insights into what he learned from his parents, Amanda and Clive Owen, after Our Yorkshire Farm was cancelled due to their divorce. As regular viewers will know, the young entrepreneur runs a digger business in the Yorkshire Dales, and his new series documents his adventures alongside girlfriend Sarah and friend Tommy.The trio were seen getting ready for their departure from the UK on Thursday night's (May 2) episode of Reuben's hit show. Reuben has previously spoken about how his upbringing on his parents' Ravenseat farm equipped him with skills that have been instrumental in his current venture.

ITV's Britain's Got Talent has reportedly axed footage of a sword-swallowing act in the wake of the tragic stabbing of 14 year old Daniel Anjorin in Hainault, East London.The young schoolboy was fatally attacked on his way to school, in an incident that also saw four others injured, including two police officers. As the nation continues to reel from the brutal murder of Daniel, the teen has been remembered by friends as "wonderful" and a diligent student.

ITV has decided to remove Britain's Got Talent from its schedule next weekend, in an attempt to avoid a 'ratings war' with the Eurovision Song Contest. On Saturday, May 11, the popular talent show will be replaced by the Bond film Casino Royale, with BGT set to return on Sunday night, May 12. OK! has reached out to ITV for comment.The upcoming weekend will see more auditions on BGT, following its return to screens last month.

cancer diagnosis. News of King Charles’ cancer diagnosis came to light in February after he underwent a procedure for an enlarged prostate.

Singer Olly Murs was left apologising to Take That fans on Friday night after an EIGHT hour airport drama meant he missed his slot supporting the manband on their ongoing tour. Olly was due to play the first of three nights with Take That at Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Friday night.

Gavin And Stacey star Joanna Page has said that she does not know how Nessa’s proposal to Smithy in the 2019 Christmas special will pan out.

Labour were the victims of a major scalp in Manchester’s council elections this year after its deputy leader was ousted by George Galloway’s Workers Party of Britain.

Emily in Paris fans have complained as Netflix confirmed its fourth season will air in two parts.

It's May already, and with a new month brings new shows to binge.

Dua Lipa has shared that she feels “very close to” the people who are suffering from war, injustices and inequality.Lipa was born in 1995 in London as the eldest of three children in a Kosovar-Albanian family. Three years prior to her birth, her father Dukagjin and her mother Anesa fled Kosovo and sought refuge in the UK due to the political instability in Kosovo at the time.Dukagjin – who sang and played guitar in a band called Oda – and Anesa – who studied law – settled in Camden Town where they raised the pop singer to speak Albanian at home and English at school.

Kevin Spacey has addressed the release of an upcoming docuseries about him, which is due to be aired this week.The two-part show, Spacey Unmasked, is coming to Channel 4 on May 6 and 7, and set to feature “never-seen-before interviews and archive” footage (as per Variety).The docuseries will reportedly cover the American Beauty star’s life “from childhood to early success on Broadway and subsequent meteoric rise to stardom.”The show is also set to explore Spacey’s sexual allegations and subsequent acquittal. A description reads: “In 2023 Spacey was acquitted of sexual offences against four men in a UK trial.

Love Island star Faye Winter is no stranger to a challenge, but she’s about to face her biggest one yet.The 28-year-old, who starred on the ITV dating show in 2021, is taking on a five-day trek next month in the Brecon Beacons, alongside Giovanna Fletcher, in support of breast cancer charity, CoppaFeel! Giovanna will lead more than 100 supporters undertaking the extraordinary hike across 100km. Starting on 8 June, the trekkers will tackle some of the toughest sections of the mountainous region.The challenge is to raise awareness around breast cancer – the most common cancer in the UK – affecting one in seven women in their lifetime and around 400 men a year. And Faye is clearly delighted to be teaming up with author and podcaster Giovanna, who she calls “inspirational”.

Mysterious girl singer Peter Andre has delighted fans with a brand new career announcement, just 24 hours after revealing his newborn baby daughter’s name to the world. 90’s pop icon Peter welcomed his third child with wife Emily MacDonagh at the start of April, with the pair unable to settle on a name they both liked until one month later! But now, mere hours after revealing that the precious new arrival is named Arabella Rose Andréa, Peter has revealed he is set to embark on a brand new UK tour: The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, in which he will be performing a selection of the group’s most iconic songs.

Taylor Swift has some super famous relatives!

Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy will star in their first project together since 2017’s “Breathe” in a movie adaptation of one of the UK’s most beloved children’s book series. Deadline reports that the pair will star in Ben Gregor‘s “The Magic Faraway Tree,” based on Enid Blyton‘s mid-20th century series.

EXCLUSIVE: Paramount Pictures highly-anticipated adaptation of the best-seller Tomorrow, And Tomorrow, And Tomorrow is gaining some serious momentum as Oscar winner Siân Heder has been tapped to direct the adaptation which is based on the New York Times best-selling novel of the same name by Gabrielle Zevin. Mark Bomback wrote the script based off a draft penned by Zevin. Temple Hill’s Marty Bowen, Wyck Godfrey and Isaac Klausner will produce. Zevin will executive Produce.

Olly Alexander was moved to tears as he addressed the controversy surrounding the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest.

High cholesterol is a serious health issue that shouldn't be ignored and can manifest itself all over the body - including legs.

Labour has retained control of Barnsley council in the 2024 local elections. The party's majority on the council has not changed.

A mural of Girls Aloud star Sarah Harding has appeared on a wall in Stockport - the town where she grew up.

Voters across Cheshire have gone to the polls to choose their next Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC).

EXCLUSIVE: The Human Rights Watch Film Festival recently announced it’s closing down, and the future of Hot Docs remains uncertain at best. But there’s some hopeful news for the troubled film festival space: the return of the Margaret Mead Film Festival in New York.

More Kevin Spacey allegations have emerged on the eve of a new documentary about the double-Oscar winner.