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The Sarajevo International Film Festival has unveiled the nominees for its second annual TV awards with 17 series from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Kosovo and Slovenia represented across the nominees.

England Under-21s coach Lee Carsley talked up James McAtee's ability to play in five different positions after calling the Manchester City starlet up to his squad. Carsley, who spent a year at the City Football Academy as Under-18s coach, has already turned to City for Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Tommy Doyle and Cole Palmer during his time with England.

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Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford has been rewarded for his fine form on loan at Bolton with a debut call-up to the England Under-21 squad.

AJ Odudu has revealed she’s “happy” for her former Strictly partner Kai Widdrington over his new romance with fellow pro Nadiya Bychkova. Speaking exclusively to OK!, AJ, 34, opened up about her time on the BBC One dancing show and her partner Kai, who made his debut on the series last year. Asked if she’s happy for Kai, 26, and his blossoming relationship with Ukrainian-Slovenian dancer Nadiya, 32, AJ replied: “Yeah, of course [I’m happy for them].

Janette Manrara and her husband Aljaz Skorjanec have jetted away to his native Slovenia for a welcome sunshine break.MORE: Strictly's Aljaz Skorjanec stuns fans with very risqué photo of wife Janette ManraraThe Strictly stars – who have both stepped down as pro dancers on the show – have been spending time with Aljaz's family, including his young nieces, Zala and Tisa. WATCH: Janette Manrara celebrates wedding in Cape TownJanette has been keeping fans up to date with their adventures, sharing a series of Instagram Stories as the couple make the most of their family vacation.READ: Strictly stars reveal their sadness over Aljaz Skorjanec's shock exitMORE: Janette Manrara breaks silence on Aljaz's 'heartbreaking' decision to quit StrictlyOne clip shows Janette sitting on a sun lounger and dressed in a tiny red and white striped bikini, with aviator shades covering her eyes.

The Eurovision Song Contest is edging ever closer, with 10 excited acts winning their way to grand final last night (Tuesday May 10).

Strictly Come Dancing star Aljaž Škorjanec has shared his surprising career plans after quitting the show. There was devastation among fans of the BBC One dance competition in March when he became the second professional dancer to announce he was leaving before the 2022 series.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Nadiya Bychkova has spoken about dating her co-star Kai Widdrington, saying "it's early days but I feel relaxed". Ukraine-born Bychkova, 32, has been a professional dancer on the hit TV show since 2017. In an interview with the Daily Mail Weekend magazine, Bychkova has spoken openly about her relationship with fellow Strictly professional Widdrington, 26.

Strictly Come Dancing stars Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova were all smiles as they held hands in Manchester on Thursday night (April 29). The pair were snapped after they completed the opening night of the Strictly Professionals tour at The Lowry Theatre in Salford.

Kristine Simsone “Samuel’s Travels,” directed by Latvian/Armenian filmmaker Aik Karapetian, has been acquired by HBO Central Europe. The deal was signed by the Copenhagen-based LevelK, who picked up international sales rights on the film in September, according to Film New Europe.

Damijan Vinter Nejc Gazvoda, whose previous films include “A Trip” and “Dual,” has started shooting “Father Figure” in his home town, Novo Mesto, Slovenia. The film will be shot in 25 days and is expected to be completed in the spring of 2023, online news service Film New Europe reports.“Father Figure” is an absurdist tale, written by Gazvoda, which follows a mother and her son who move from Ljubljana to a small town after the mother’s divorce. Jan is in his final year of elementary school, and Maja is a psychologist at the same school.

Emilio Mayorga “Journey to Yourland,” “Lumières!” and “Sex Symbols” proved standouts  at Cartoon Next, a new event launched by European association Cartoon Media to explore the ever more hybrid reality of the animation industry as well as other current cutting edge trends.VR, Extended Reality (XR), cross-media and IP extensions were the event’s buzzwords.In a format similar to Cartoon Springboard, which focuses on a new generation of animators, at Next, creators and producers also pitch projects to a bevy of high-profile experts who offer suggestions on how to improve development or the titles’ completion.Among such experts at Cartoon Next’s inaugural edition were Japhet Asher­, founder of U.K. consultancy and IP creation company Polarity Reversal; Orion Ross, VP of original programming and animation at Disney EMEA; Aymeric Castaing, founder of French XR company  Umanimation; Luce Grosjean, who launched France’s Miyu Distribution, devoted to young talents and student films; producer Sébastien Onomo at France’s Special Touch Studios; and producer Anna Schur, head of content at Spanish gaming animation company ZeptoLab.

Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova flashed broad smiles as they left a dance studio in London on Thursday following rehearsals for the upcoming Strictly Come Dancing - The Professionals UK Tour. The twinkle-toed stars have reportedly taken the next step in their relationship and moved in together after going Instagram official with their romance this week. Ukrainian-Slovenian Nadiya, 32, cut a casual figure as she walked alongside British Kai, 26, with the blonde beauty wearing a black bomber jacket over a multi-coloured print T-shirt.

They first revealed their romance back in January and Strictly Come Dancing professionals Kai Widdrington, 26, and Nadiya Bychkova, 32, couldn’t stop grinning as they left the Strictly Come Dancing tour rehearsals together on Monday.The pair looked in great spirits as they departed the rehearsal studios where they are preparing for the 36-date UK-wide tour, which starts on April 28. They both looked stylish, with Nadiya in pale blue cut-off denim jeans which she paired with a simple cropped white top and a cool black varsity bomber jacket with leather sleeves.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Nadiya Bychkova has shared an update on the “very sad” situation in Ukraine and shared that some of her family are still stuck in the country.The 32 year old Ukrainian Slovenian dancer reflected on the state of things in Ukraine, following Russia’s invasion and attacks during an interview on ITV’s This Morning. Mum of one Nadiya, who was joined on the famous sofa alongside fellow pro Graziano Di Prima, revealed: “I have some family there and friends.

Aljaz Skorjanec and Janette Manrara delighted fans when they shared a sweet selfie of them together. The picture comes shortly after professional dancer Aljaz was forced to deny he was ever "aggressive" backstage on Strictly Come Dancing.MORE: Janette Manrara breaks silence after Aljaz Skorjanec's 'heartbreaking' decision to quit Strictly"@jmanrara @rememberingtour SHOW TIME," remarked the 32-year-old.

Strictly Come Dancing star Aljaz Skorjanec shocked the nation as he revealed he would be leaving the popular show after nine years.READ: Strictly Come Dancing: the professional dancers who quit the show and whyAnd in an exclusive interview with HELLO!, It Takes Two host Rylan Clark has spoken at his surprise over the Slovenian pro's decision to make an exit. "I'm gutted the boy is leaving he's one of the nicest guys to be around and always has a smile on his face," he told us.However, he then teased a possible future for the star, as he added: "He's always welcome on It Takes Two whenever he wants! Also I'm sure I'll be seeing lots of him with Janette [Manrara] so I can't wait to see him."WATCH: Rylan Clark appears without his wedding ring on It Takes TwoAljaz's wife Janette had left the show last year in order to take up a co-hosting role with Rylan, however, the star was hesitant to say whether this may have played a role in Aljaz's decision.WOW: Alex Jones and Rylan Clark pole dance during epic night outREAD: Rylan Clark shares exciting news after 'upsetting' year"I don't think anything is ever expected in the world of Strictly," he explained.

Producers of hit BBC dancing show Strictly Come Dancing have revealed who will replace Aljaž Škorjanec during the next series. 30 year old Aljaž shocked fans as he announced he was leaving the show on Monday 28 March after nine successful years. He will be replaced by Cameron Lombard who joined Strictly as a professional in 2021, dancing in group numbers.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorDisney Plus confirmed launch dates — and pricing — for the 42 countries and 11 new territories across Europe, West Asia and Africa.Disney’s flagship streaming service will bow in South Africa on May 18, followed by all other countries listed in June (see below for dates and pricing). The media conglomerate earlier this year announced plans for summer 2022 expansion to countries including Turkey, Poland and the United Arab Emirates.The countries set to get Disney Plus are: Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Bahrain, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Libya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Malta, Montenegro, Morocco, North Macedonia, Oman, Palestine Territories, Poland, Qatar, Romania, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Vatican City and Yemen.

Janette Manrara has spoken out on her husband Aljaz Skorjanec's Strictly Come Dancing exit after he announced he was quitting the show after nine years. The professional dancer, who joined the show as a professional dancer back in 2013, revealed his news on Monday morning (March 28) with an emotional statement on social media.

Aljaž Škorjanec has left fans gutted as he announced that he's quit Strictly Come Dancing after nine years. He is the second professional dancer that has announced he is leaving the show before the 2022 series.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Aljaž Škorjanec has announced his decision to leave the BBC show.Taking to his Instagram account, the 30 year old, who joined the series in 2013, told fans that he'd come to the tough decision to bow out of the hit series. In an emotional post, Slovenian star Aljaž, who is married to former Strictly professional turned It Takes Two host Janette Manrara, wrote: "On a beautiful sunny day in May 2013 one phone call changed my life forever! "It went like this...

Strictly Come Dancing star Aljaz Skorjanec has paid a heartwarming tribute to his mum and sister as they celebrate Mother's Day on Friday.Exclusive: Janette Manrara reflects on heartbreaking sacrifices her parents madeTaking to Instagram to share a sweet family snapshot of his loved ones, the Slovenian professional dancer remarked: "Happy Mother's Day! In Slovenia we are celebrating it today. Can't wait to get my ladies in my arms very soon."WATCH: Aljaz bids sad farewell to sister Lara and her familyAljaz, who is married to fellow Strictly star Janette Manrara, was flooded with messages from fans, with one writing: "Beautiful beautiful beautiful [heart emoji]." Another stated: "@aljazskorjanec so gorgeous! Look at those faces!!!! Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers in your life!!" A third post read: "Happy Mothers Day! What a beautiful photo!"MORE: Giovanni Pernice shares loving message to Rose Ayling-Ellis after amazing milestoneMORE: Janette Manrara reveals 'really special' wedding anniversary plans with Aljaz SkorjanecThe 32-year-old was reunited with his mum Natasa and sister Lara during Christmas having not seen them during the whole of the pandemic.During a recent chat with HELLO!, Janette revealed how emotional the family trip was.

Elsa Keslassy International CorrespondentYann Arthus-Bertrand’s environment-themed cinematic documentary “Legacy” has been sold by Calt Distribution around the world, including to Amazon Prime Video for the U.S., the U.K. and Ireland.A celebrated French environmentalist, photographer and filmmaker, Arthus-Bertrand (“Home”) enlisted the British singer and activist Sting to narrate the English version of the timely documentary.“Legacy,” which aims at raising the alarm on the climate crisis, screened at COP26, the international summit in Glasgow that’s hosted by Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales.Through “Legacy,” Arthus-Bertrand captured the beauty of our planet and explored humans’ appropriation and the destruction of the environment.

Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington reunited over the weekend after spending time apart whilst the mother-of-one visited her native Slovenia to spend time with her daughter Mila and mother Larysa.MORE: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington reunite in new videoThe couple were rumoured to be starting a relationship earlier this year, and while they have not confirmed the reports, the pair have continued to maintain a good relationship, and on Saturday they teamed up for an important reason.WATCH: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington reunite in new videoThe talented duo performed at the Burrow Strictly Ball, which was held to raise money for a new centre for patients with Motor Neurone Disease, and delighted crowds by dancing a fast-paced jive to Reet Petite by Jackie Wilson.SEE: Nadiya Bychkova pays emotional tribute to co-star following romance rumoursREAD: Nadiya Bychkova reveals big family news after telling fans not to believe Kai Widdrington rumoursTaking to Instagram on Sunday, Nadiya's Strictly partner Dan Walker, who was also at the Ball alongside many other Strictly Come Dancing stars, shared the full clip and heaped praise at the pair. Dan posed with Nadiya and part of the BBC Breakfast team, who also attended"A little treat for you… The @burrowstrictlyball was a wonderful success last night.

Ralf Rangnick accused the Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic of making it 'easy' for Atletico Madrid to waste time in their Champions League victory over Manchester United.

Elsa Keslassy International CorrespondentHBO Max International head Johannes Larcher is set to give a keynote address at MipTV, the international TV showcase which will make a comeback as in-person market in Cannes after going virtual due to the pandemic. Larcher will discuss the launch of HBO Max, the WarnerMedia-owned streaming platform, in 61 territories worldwide.

Strictly Come Dancing star Janette Manrara is one busy woman. Having just finished the Strictly Live Tour, she and pro dancer husband Aljaz Skorjanec are ready to head out on the road again not once, but twice, with dance shows Remembering The Oscars and Burn the Floor. Exclusive: Janette Manrara reflects on heartbreaking sacrifices her parents made as she shares exciting newsThe latter holds a special place in their heart as it was the production they first met and fell in love on almost 12 years ago.

The European Union is making some big announcements following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Nadiya Bychkova has "reunited with her ex fiancé Matija Škarabot" after their split as she wanted "stability", a source has claimed. It was reported last month that the 32 year old had split from footballer Matija, 34. She later grew close to fellow Strictly Come Dancing professional Kai Widdrington, 26, on the show's tour.

Strictly’s Nadiya Bychkova is reportedly spending time with her ex-fiancé Matija Skarabot in Slovenia after her rumoured tour romance with Kai Widdrington.The star has been pictured taking a stroll in her hometown with her mum and five year old daughter Mila after finishing the Strictly live tour across the UK and is reportedly staying with her footballer ex, after a rumoured romance with fellow Strictly pro Kai. After being away for months with work, Nadiya was reportedly welcomed back with open arms by her family and her ex – with some thinking the couple are still together. A source told The Sun : “Nadiya has been away for months, but has missed her family desperately, especially her daughter.

After a winter hiatus, Manchester United are scheduled to return to action in the Champions League this week with a knockout clash against Atletico Madrid.

Nadiya Bychkova has flown back to her native Slovenia to reunite with her "everything", her daughter Mila, after weeks apart.It is the Strictly Come Dancing star's first trip back home following the end of her engagement to Mila's father, footballer Matija Škarabot.WATCH: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeover amid Kai Widdrington romance rumoursTaking to her Instagram, the professional dancer posted two pictures of her and her daughter sitting together in a restaurant, enjoying a big bowl of ice cream.READ: Nadiya Bychkova pays emotional tribute to co-star following romance rumoursRELATED: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova reacts to Kai Widdrington's sizzling modelling picture amid romance rumours"You are my everything," she captioned the beautiful snaps. Nadiya treated her daughter to a bowl of ice cream following their reunionIn her Stories, Nadiya revealed she was in Slovenia, tagging the country in pictures of her driving a Porsche."Perfect Sunday," she wrote alongside one of the photos.

Strictly Come Dancing live tour is over, Nadiya Bychkova is ready to party! Taking to her Instagram Stories on Wednesday, the professional dancer shared several posts from her time away from the Strictly gang.MORE: Nadiya Bychkova shows off stunning new look amid Kai Widdrington 'romance'One of the posts saw the 32-year-old stunner ooze heaps of glamour in a sleek black slip dress as she enjoyed a night out at Sushi Samba at London's Heron Tower.WATCH: Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeover amid Kai Widdrington romance rumoursWith her blonde tresses swept up high and to one side of her face, Nadiya amped up her look with a bold red lip, lashings of black mascara and heavy eyeliner.READ: Nadiya Bychkova hints fans should not believe Kai Widdrington rumoursMORE: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova reveals surprising new 'love'It is not known who Nadiya was dining with at the celebrity hotspot, but in recent weeks, the professional dancer has been seen getting cosy with fellow pro Kai Widdrington.Both parties are yet to address the status of their relationship despite dominating the headlines after pictures of the pair kissing were published. The Strictly star looked lovely on her night outJust last month, it was announced that Nadiya and her fiancé, Matija Škarabot, had decided to end their romance.The former couple, who share five-year-old daughter Mila together, are thought to have struggled with their commitments; Nadiya is very much focused on Strictly and is largely based in London while footballer Matija remains in Slovenia.

Alissa Simon Film CriticUzbekistan-born Michael Borodin makes a searing feature debut with the Russia-Turkey-Slovenia co-production “Convenience Store,” a story of modern slavery in Moscow, taking places under the noses of thousands of indifferent witnesses. Demonstrating his interest in pressing social issues, Borodin’s Berlinale Panorama selection was inspired by his personal experience as an illegal immigrant to Russia and the 2012 case of the “Golyanovo slaves,” which is now making its way to the European Court of Human Rights.Developed through the Next Step program of Cannes’ Critics’ Week and other co-production markets, the film, like the case of the Golyanovo slaves, centers on citizens of the former Soviet Republics, who are illegal migrants to Moscow and forced to work long hours, unpaid, in 24/7 convenience shops, without being able to leave the premises.